Wildwood public meetings in 2025

City Commission

The City Commission is holding a special meeting to select an applicant to fill a vacant commission seat. The agenda also includes time for public hearings and a public forum.

• Applicant selection to fill vacant commission seat

The Wildwood City Commission held a special meeting to appoint a new commissioner for seat two. After interviewing ten applicants, the commission voted twice, and David Fountaine was selected by a majority vote on the second ballot. The appointment was approved unanimously.

• Appointed David Fountaine to fill vacant Commission seat two (4-0)

Project Review Committee

The Project Review Committee will consider a Planned Development for Monarch Ranch North and a mass grading request for the same site. The committee will also review a minor modification to the Matteo Oaks Improvement Plan.

• A25-4018: Minor modification to setbacks for Matteo Oaks Improvement Plan (PLAT 2408-008)
• A25-4023: Planned Development for Monarch Ranch North on approximately 49.406 acres
• Monarch Ranch North request to limit maximum industrial square footage to 500,000 SF
• A25-4019 (SP): Mass grading, tree clearing, and drainage for Monarch Ranch Bldg 1 on 49.406 acres

The Project Review Committee unanimously approved three items: the Matteo Oaks plat with a setback waiver, the Monarch Ranch North planned development, and Monarch Ranch Bldg 1 mass grading. All motions passed without dissent. The committee also approved the November 12, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Approved Matteo Oaks plat with setback waiver (unanimous)
• Approved Monarch Ranch North planned development (unanimous)
• Approved Monarch Ranch Bldg 1 mass grading (unanimous)
• Approved November 12, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Commission

The Wildwood City Commission will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on several land-use items, including the creation of the Winston Community Development District and two small-scale comprehensive plan amendments with accompanying rezonings. The consent agenda includes site plans, plats, and budgeted financial items, and the commission will also consider contracts and agreements for water and infrastructure projects.

• Ordinance O2025-56 to establish the Winston Community Development District
• Small-scale land use change from Rural Residential to Mobile Home Park for Wildwood Country Resort (0.83 acres)
• Small-scale land use change from Industrial (Sumter) to Industrial (City) for Son Life Lawn & Landscaping (2.57 acres)
• Rezoning to MHP for Wildwood Country Resort and to M-1 for Son Life Lawn & Landscaping
• Water Reclamation Facility Phase 2 valve package purchase for $817,852.00

The Wildwood City Commission adopted multiple land use and zoning ordinances, approved the establishment of the Winston Community Development District, and authorized Dragon Boat parking on Lake Deaton. The board also approved several utility and public works contracts, a resolution setting rules for filling a commission seat vacancy, and the consent agenda.

• Approved consent agenda items A through J (4-0)
• Approved Dragon Boat parking on Lake Deaton (3-1)
• Adopted Ordinance O2025-56 establishing The Winston CDD (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance O2025-58 for Wildwood Country Resort comprehensive plan amendments (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance O2025-60 for Son Life Lawn & Landscaping industrial property annexation (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance O2025-59 for Wildwood Country Resort rezoning (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance O2025-61 for Son Life Lawn & Landscaping industrial rezoning (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution R2025-40 for commission vacancy appointment procedures (4-0)

Code Compliance

The City of Wildwood Code Compliance board will hold a regular meeting to address two code enforcement cases. The board will hear cases involving exterior maintenance and junk accumulation at 696 Kilgore Street, and stormwater/sediment control violations at 1304 Cleveland Street. The meeting also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and an overview of the code enforcement process.

• Case 25-0146: BMS Holdings LLC, 696 Kilgore Street, repeat offender, violations of exterior maintenance, failure to abate, and junk/debris accumulation
• Case 25-0026: Wildwood Oaks LLC, 1304 Cleveland Street, stormwater ordinance violation (O2022-59), sediment and erosion control requirements

The Special Magistrate approved the November 4, 2025 minutes and heard two code enforcement cases. In Case 25-0146, BMS Holdings LLC was ordered to bring 696 Kilgore Street into compliance within 30 days, with $500/day fines if not. In Case 25-0026, Wildwood Oaks LLC was given 20 days to contain sediment at 1304 Cleveland Street, with $200/day fines after that. Both cases resulted in costs awarded to the city.

• Approved November 4, 2025 meeting minutes
• Ordered BMS Holdings LLC to comply at 696 Kilgore Street within 30 days, with $500/day fines if not
• Awarded $205.21 in costs to city in Case 25-0146
• Ordered Wildwood Oaks LLC to contain sediment at 1304 Cleveland Street within 20 days, with $200/day fines after
• Awarded $165.36 in costs to city in Case 25-0026

Planning and Zoning Board

The Wildwood Planning and Zoning Board will hold a regular meeting to review and make recommendations on several development proposals, including a zoning map amendment, subdivision improvement plans, and site plans. The board will consider a large master plan for up to 2,000 dwelling units, a 295-unit subdivision, and a medical office building, among other items. All items are seeking favorable recommendations to be forwarded to the City Commission.

• Zoning map amendment for parcel G22A15A05 (0.20 acres) from R6M (Sumter County) and MHP (City) to a new district (A25-3155)
• Densan Park Phase 3 improvement plan: 62 single-family homes on 15.28 acres (PLAT 2411-011)
• Oxford Professional Plaza building addition: 3,897 sq. ft. (A25-0257)
• The Winston Subdivision improvement plan: 295 single-family homes on 83.158 acres with pool, cabana, tot lot, and dog park (A25-0765)
• VOSO Phase 31H1 Master Plan: up to 2,000 dwelling units and non-residential areas on 767.25 acres (A25-3710)

The Planning and Zoning Board, acting through Special Magistrate Holt, recommended favorable approval for all seven items on the agenda, including zoning changes, plats, and site plans. All recommendations are forwarded to the City Commission for final determination. No items were denied or tabled.

• Recommended approval of zoning map amendment for Fannie Mae parcel (A25-3155)
• Recommended approval of Densan Park Phase 3 improvement plan (62 single-family units), contingent on outstanding landscaping comments
• Recommended approval of Oxford Professional Plaza building addition site plan (3,897 sq ft)
• Recommended approval of The Winston improvement plan (295 single-family units)
• Recommended approval of Tillman Villas final plat (160 townhome lots)
• Recommended approval of Florida Heart & Vascular medical office site plan (5,101 sq ft)
• Recommended approval of VOSO Phase 31H1 master plan (up to 2,000 dwelling units)

LPA

The Wildwood Planning & Zoning Board, acting as the Local Planning Agency, will review a small-scale future land use map amendment for a 0.20-acre parcel. The applicant seeks to change the designation from Rural Residential to Mobile Home Park, which includes a related rezoning request. Staff recommends approval for forwarding to the City Commission.

• A25-3113 - Small-Scale Future Land Use Map Amendment for parcel G22A15A05 (0.20 acres)
• Change from Rural Residential to Mobile Home Park designation
• Accompanied by rezoning request A25-3155 (O2025-46)
• Staff recommends approval for City Commission action

The Wildwood Planning & Zoning Board, acting as the Local Planning Agency, approved the summary minutes from the November 4, 2025 meeting. The board recommended favorable approval of Ordinance O2025-45, a small-scale comprehensive plan amendment to change the Future Land Use Map designation from Rural Residential (Sumter County) to Mobile Home Park (City) for parcel G22A15A05 (0.20 acres MOL), sending it to the city commission for final determination. The owner/applicant was not present, and there was no public comment.

• Approved summary minutes for November 4, 2025 meeting (passed)
• Recommended favorable approval of Ordinance O2025-45 (FLUM change to Mobile Home Park) for city commission (passed)

City Commission

This is a special meeting agenda with no substantive items listed; the only specific item is a presentation on the procedure for appointing a new city commissioner to fill the vacant Seat 2. All other agenda sections are listed as placeholders with no details provided.

• Presentation: Procedure for appointment of a new city commissioner (Seat 2 vacant)
• Consent agenda and public forum (4-minute limit) are scheduled
• No ordinances, resolutions, contracts, or financial items are listed with details

The City Commission discussed the procedure for filling the vacancy left by Commissioner Bivins' resignation, as required by City Charter Section 3.7. They agreed to use a majority-vote appointment process with ballots and rounds of voting, and to delay swearing in the new commissioner until the first meeting in January 2026. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was otherwise procedural.

• Agreed to appoint new commissioner via majority vote with rounds of voting (unanimous)
• Delayed swearing in new commissioner until first meeting in January 2026 (unanimous)

City Commission

The Wildwood City Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider routine CRA business. Items include approval of the September 22, 2025 meeting minutes, a final pay application for Jackson Street improvements totaling $64,854.30, and a first budget amendment for FY26.

• Final pay application for Jackson Street improvements: $64,854.30
• FY26 First CRA Budget Amendment

The Wildwood Community Redevelopment Agency approved the September 22, 2025 meeting minutes, the final payment of $64,854.30 for the Jackson Street Improvements project, and the first FY2025-2026 budget amendment carrying over that project. All votes were unanimous with no public comments or other substantive discussion.

• Approved September 22, 2025 CRA meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved final payment of $64,854.30 for Jackson Street Improvements project (unanimous)
• Adopted first FY2025-2026 CRA budget amendment carrying over Jackson Street project (unanimous)

City Commission

The Wildwood City Commission will hold a regular meeting with several public hearings and first readings of ordinances. Key items include establishing the Winston Community Development District, land use and zoning changes for the Wildwood Country Resort and Son Life Lawn & Landscaping properties, and multiple financial approvals. The agenda also includes consent items, reports, and potential special meeting requests.

• Ordinance O2025-56: Establish Winston Community Development District
• Ordinance O2025-58/59: Rezone 0.83 acres to Mobile Home Park for Wildwood Country Resort
• Ordinance O2025-60/61: Rezone 2.57 acres to Industrial for Son Life Lawn & Landscaping
• Kimley-Horn work authorization #30 for corrosion inhibitor injection system design: $25,000
• Millennium Park Project Change Order No. 7: $32,756.14

The Wildwood City Commission unanimously approved the consent agenda, several financial and contract agreements including utility supply and software purchases, and scheduled special meetings for December 1 and December 15, 2025, regarding a commission vacancy. Several ordinances received their first reading with public hearings set for December 8, 2025.

• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved St. Vincent De Paul Amended and Not-Exclusive Utility Easement (unanimous)
• Approved award for Invitation to Bid #2026-01 Utility Supply Line Parts Bid (unanimous)
• Approved Payment Application No. 3 for Signature Drive Improvements Project in the amount of $35,826.91 (unanimous)
• Approved update to Trimble Annual Software Subscription Agreement in the amount of $55,769.36 (unanimous)
• Authorized agreement with ONINDUS for Project Management Software Implementation Services in the amount of $71,500 (unanimous)
• Approved Millennium Park Project Change Order No. 7 in the amount of $32,756.14 (unanimous)
• Approved CR 501 WTP Iron Filter Project Pay Application No. 9 to SGS Contracting Services, Inc. in the amount of $180,590.18 (unanimous)

Project Review Committee

The Project Review Committee is considering recommendations for several residential subdivisions and commercial additions. The meeting includes reviews of improvement plans, a final plat, and a master plan for a large-scale mixed-use development.

• VOSO Phase 31H1 Master Plan: residential areas up to 2,000 units and non-residential areas on 767.25 acres
• The Winston Improvement Plan: 295 single-family homes with pool, cabana, tot lot, and dog park on 83.158 acres
• Tillman Villas Final Plat: 160 townhome lots and 25 tracts on 19.91 acres
• Densan Park Ph 3 Improvement Plan: 62 single-family homes on 15.28 acres
• Florida Heart & Vascular: 5,101 sq. ft. medical office including a request to waive a separate loading zone

The Project Review Committee unanimously approved all six items on the agenda, including three plats, two site plans, and a master plan. All votes were 4-0 with Assistant Utilities Director Jason Martin absent. The approvals are recommendations that will go before the city commission for final action.

• Approved Densan Park Phase 3 improvement plan, 62 single-family homes (4-0)
• Approved Oxford Professional Plaza building addition with two technical waivers (4-0)
• Approved The Winston improvement plan, 295 single-family homes, with garage facade waiver (4-0)
• Approved Tillman Villas final plat, 160 townhome lots (4-0)
• Approved Florida Heart & Vascular medical office site plan with loading zone waiver (4-0)
• Approved VOSO Phase 31H1 master plan, up to 2,000 dwelling units (4-0)
• Approved October 14, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)

City Commission

The Wildwood City Commission is meeting to consider two small-scale comprehensive plan amendments and corresponding rezonings that would change parcels at 64 Robin Rd. and 5474 Williamsburg Ln. from rural residential to mobile home park designations. The commission will also vote on a voluntary annexation of five parcels in the Wildwood Country Resort community, approve several infrastructure contracts, and consider a mutual aid agreement with the Sumter County Sheriff's Office.

• Ordinance O2025-48: Future Land Use Map change at 64 Robin Rd. (0.13 acres) from Rural Residential to Mobile Home Park
• Ordinance O2025-49: Zoning change at 64 Robin Rd. from R6M to MHP
• Ordinance O2025-53: Future Land Use Map change at 5474 Williamsburg Ln. (0.21 acres) from Rural Residential to Mobile Home Park
• Ordinance O2025-54: Zoning change at 5474 Williamsburg Ln. from RPUD to MHP
• Ordinance O2025-57: Voluntary annexation of 0.83 acres in Wildwood Country Resort community

The Wildwood City Commission approved all items on the consent agenda, including expenditures, minutes, and several budgeted financial items. The commission unanimously adopted ordinances for small-scale land use and zoning changes at 64 Robin Rd. and 5474 Williamsburg Ln., as well as annexation of parcels in Wildwood Country Resort. Multiple infrastructure contracts and payments were approved, including manhole rehabilitation, pump replacements, and drainage improvements. The commission also approved a mutual aid agreement with the Sumter County Sheriff's Office and declared surplus vehicles and equipment.

• Approved consent agenda including $105,033.60 for lift station pumps and $49,712.18 for EQ pump replacement (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance O2025-48 changing 64 Robin Rd. to Mobile Home Park land use (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance O2025-53 changing 5474 Williamsburg Ln. to Mobile Home Park land use (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance O2025-49 rezoning 64 Robin Rd. to MHP (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance O2025-54 rezoning 5474 Williamsburg Ln. to MHP (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance O2025-57 annexing 0.83 acres in Wildwood Country Resort (unanimous)
• Approved $145,303.04 manhole rehab on US 301 (unanimous)
• Approved mutual aid agreement with Sumter County Sheriff's Office (unanimous)

Code Compliance

The Code Compliance body will review two properties for violations of the City Code of Ordinances. The meeting includes an overview of the code enforcement process and the swearing in of city staff.

• Case# 25-0060: BMS Holdings, 802 High Street (junk, debris, and overgrown vegetation)
• Case# 25-0036: Shawni Lynn Taylor, 712 Third Avenue (accumulation of junk and debris)

The Special Magistrate approved minutes from September and October meetings. In old business, the property at 802 High Street was found in repeat violation of exterior maintenance and junk/debris codes; the owner did not appear, and the magistrate awarded $287.18 in costs and imposed a $250 per day fine starting November 4, 2025, until compliance. In new business, a case against Shawni Lynn Taylor for junk/debris at 712 Third Avenue was continued to the next hearing due to the owner's car accident and limited mobility.

• Approved September 2, 2025 minutes
• Approved October 7, 2025 minutes
• Found repeat violation at 802 High Street; awarded $287.18 costs and $250/day fine (passed)
• Continued case against Shawni Lynn Taylor for 712 Third Avenue to next hearing

LPA

The Planning & Zoning Board, acting as the Local Planning Agency, will consider two small-scale comprehensive plan amendments. The first would change a 2.57-acre parcel from Industrial (Sumter County) to Industrial (City), with staff recommending approval. The second would change five parcels totaling 0.83 acres from Rural Residential to Mobile Home Park for the Wildwood Country Resort, also with a staff recommendation for approval. The board will also approve minutes from the October 7, 2025 meeting.

• A25-3783: Future Land Use Map change for Parcel D29A022 from Industrial (Sumter) to Industrial (City), 2.57 acres, with rezoning O2025-61
• Wildwood Country Resort: Future Land Use Map change for parcels G16A010, G16A106, G16A207, G16EC038, G16EC051 from Rural Residential to Mobile Home Park, 0.83 acres, with rezoning O2025-59
• Approval of minutes from October 7, 2025 regular meeting

The Local Planning Agency (LPA) held a regular meeting on November 4, 2025, and approved the October 7, 2025, minutes. The board made favorable recommendations on two small-scale comprehensive plan amendments, forwarding both to the City Commission for final determination. No public comment was received on either item.

• Approved October 7, 2025, meeting minutes (1-0)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance 02025-60, changing future land use for parcel D29A022 from Industrial (Sumter County) to Industrial (City) for Son Life Lawn & Landscaping, Inc. (1-0)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance 02025-58, changing future land use for five Wildwood Country Resort parcels from Rural Residential (Sumter County) to Mobile Home Park (City) (1-0)

Planning and Zoning Board

The Wildwood Planning and Zoning Board will consider four items: three rezoning requests and one special exception. The board will make recommendations to the City Commission on the rezonings, and will decide on the special exception. Staff recommends approval for all items, with one conditional on resolving comments.

• Rezoning of 2.57 acres (Parcel D29A022) from CN and RR5C to M-1 for Son Life Lawn & Landscaping
• Rezoning of 0.83 acres (parcels G16A010, G16A106, G16A207, G16EC038, G16EC051) from RPUD to MHP for Wildwood Country Resort
• Multi-phase project by St. Vincent de Paul: 10,108 sq ft retail building (Phase 1) and 10,089 sq ft food pantry (Phase 2) on 3.77 acres
• Special exception for Crossings Christian Church to build 6,045 sq ft sanctuary and 4,000 sq ft parsonage on AG-5 zoned property

The Planning and Zoning Board approved the October 7, 2025, minutes and made recommendations on three rezoning requests, all forwarded to the City Commission for final determination. It also approved a special exception for Crossings Christian Church, which was decided at the board level. No public comment was received on the rezoning items, but one nearby resident spoke in opposition to the church.

• Approved summary minutes for October 7, 2025, meeting (passed)
• Recommended approval of rezoning for Son Life Lawn & Landscaping, Inc. (Ordinance 02025-61) to M1 on 2.57 acres (passed)
• Recommended approval of rezoning for Wildwood Country Resort (Ordinance 02025-59) to MHP on 0.83 acres (passed)
• Recommended approval of site plan for St. Vincent de Paul Outreach Ministries retail project, Phase 1 (passed)
• Approved special exception for Crossings Christian Church to build 6,045 sq ft sanctuary and 4,000 sq ft parsonage (passed)

City Commission

This is a workshop meeting, not a decision-making session. The City Commission will receive presentations on the wastewater treatment plant project, an introduction to bonds from PRAG, and an updated wastewater capacity memo. No votes or formal actions are scheduled.

• Presentation on wastewater treatment plant project
• Presentation by PRAG on bonds
• Updated wastewater capacity memo

The City Commission held a workshop to discuss the $162 million wastewater treatment plant project, including financing strategies and bond issuance timelines. City staff provided updates on wastewater capacity and infrastructure maintenance. The Commission also approved the installation of city holiday lights.

• Approved installation of city holiday lights (5-0)

City Commission

The Wildwood City Commission is meeting to consider consent agenda items, public hearings, and first readings of ordinances. Key items include four land-use and zoning changes for mobile home parks, a voluntary annexation, and several contracts and payment approvals. The meeting also includes presentations, public forum, and reports.

• Ordinance O2025-48: Small-scale comprehensive plan amendment for 64 Robin Rd. (0.13 acres) from Rural Residential to Mobile Home Park
• Ordinance O2025-49: Zoning map amendment for 64 Robin Rd. from R6M to MHP
• Ordinance O2025-53: Small-scale comprehensive plan amendment for 5474 Williamsburg Ln. (0.21 acres) from Rural Residential to Mobile Home Park
• Ordinance O2025-54: Zoning map amendment for 5474 Williamsburg Ln. from RPUD to MHP
• Ordinance O2025-57: Voluntary annexation of five parcels in Wildwood Country Resort Community (0.83 acres total)

The City Commission approved several infrastructure project payments, including drainage improvements and park upgrades. They also authorized a $9,500 contract for police data analytics software and a $31,350 agreement for a pavement management program. Several land use and zoning ordinances were presented for first reading, with public hearings scheduled for November 10, 2025.

• Approved $9,500 Urban SDK software contract for police data analytics
• Approved $93,000 Kimley-Horn work authorization for complex expansion
• Approved $31,350 Roadway Management Technologies service agreement
• Approved $30,972.41 payment for Signature Drive improvements
• Approved $245,622.50 payment for Oak Grove Village drainage project
• Approved $408,722.08 payment for Millennium Park project
• Approved $150,696.78 final payment and change order for water main project
• Approved $151,194.53 payment for CR 501 WTP iron filter project

Project Review Committee

The Wildwood Project Review Committee is meeting to consider two minor modifications to previously approved improvement plans. Both items are new business and staff recommends approval for each. The committee will also approve minutes from its September 9, 2025 meeting.

• A25-0398 Twisted Oaks Mod - Circle K Pond Mod: minor modification to storm water ponds on Parcels D31A218 and D31A216
• A25-2840 New Horizon Plaza Mod: revisions to grading and retaining walls on Parcel G18-039
• Approval of summary minutes from September 9, 2025 regular meeting

The Project Review Committee approved two minor modifications to previously approved improvement plans: the Twisted Oaks Circle K storm water pond modification and the New Horizon Plaza grading/retaining wall revisions. Both motions passed unanimously with no discussion. The September 9, 2025 meeting minutes were also approved.

• Approved Twisted Oaks Circle K pond modification (A25-0398) unanimously
• Approved New Horizon Plaza grading/retaining wall modification (A25-2840) unanimously
• Approved September 9, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously

City Commission

The Wildwood City Commission will hold public hearings on two land-use map amendments, two zoning changes, and two voluntary annexations, along with a consent agenda that includes over $1.5 million in vehicle and equipment purchases for multiple departments. The commission will also consider resolutions accepting a $25,000 police drone grant and adding a shift differential policy, plus several contracts and payments for infrastructure projects.

• Land-use change for St. Vincent De Paul Church expansion (35.04 acres) from Rural Residential to Public Facilities
• Land-use change for 5341 Lexington Circle (0.115 acres) from Rural Residential to Mobile Home Park
• Voluntary annexation of 0.13 acres on Robin Rd and 0.21 acres on Williamsburg Ln
• Consent agenda includes purchase of 4 police interceptors ($262,467.75) and 2 utility trucks ($138,854.20)
• Resolution accepting $25,000 FDLE grant for drone replacement program

The Wildwood City Commission approved a consent agenda with vehicle purchases and a $300,000 water meter agreement, adopted several land-use and zoning ordinances, and approved multiple contracts and payments, including a $864,708.24 pay application for the water reclamation facility. All votes were unanimous except for a 3-2 approval of $80,000 in additional engineering services for the Millennium Park project.

• Approved consent agenda including vehicle purchases and $300,000 water meter agreement (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 02025-39 for St. Vincent De Paul Church expansion land-use change (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 02025-42 for 5341 Lexington Circle land-use change to Mobile Home Park (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinances 02025-47 and 02025-52 for voluntary annexations at 64 Robin Rd and 5474 Williamsburg Ln (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 02025-40 for St. Vincent De Paul Church zoning change to Institutional (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 02025-43 for 5341 Lexington Circle zoning change to MHP (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R2025-35 accepting FDLE drone grant (unanimous)
• Approved $80,000 additional engineering services for Millennium Park (3-2, Mayor and Commissioner Elliott opposed)

Code Compliance

The Wildwood Code Compliance Commission will review six properties with ongoing code violations, including signs, debris, derelict vehicles, exterior maintenance, and exotic animals. A special magistrate will explain the enforcement process, and city staff will be sworn in. The meeting will also approve August 2025 minutes.

• Case #24-0004: Non-compliant monument sign at 101 Huey Street (Juan Jaramillo, First Class RE Investment LLC)
• Case #24-0060: Junk/debris and derelict vehicles at 309 Gray Avenue (John Sumner)
• Case #24-0066: Junk/debris, derelict vehicles, and exterior maintenance issues at 701 Third Ave (Joan and Carl Weise)
• Case #25-0002: Exterior maintenance violation at 410 Terry Street (Vermont LLC)
• Case #25-0022: Exotic animal violation at 701 Third Ave (Joan and Carl Weise)

The Wildwood Code Compliance Special Magistrate heard five cases, issuing fines and liens against property owners for violations including non-compliant signs, junk accumulation, derelict vehicles, exterior maintenance issues, and keeping exotic animals. One case was closed after the owner came into compliance, and the August minutes were tabled due to the City Clerk's absence.

• Tabled approval of August 5, 2025 minutes (no seconder)
• Case 24-0004: Found violation, granted 30-day grace, then $100/day fine plus $333.82 costs (passed)
• Case 24-0060: Closed, no further action (passed)
• Case 24-0066: Ordered $346.02 costs, $50/day fine, lien recorded (passed)
• Case 25-0002: Ordered $278.92 costs, $100/day fine, lien recorded (passed)
• Case 25-0022: Ordered $319.30 costs, $50/day fine, lien recorded (passed)
• Case 25-0057: Ordered $288.70 costs, $200/day fine, lien recorded (passed)

Planning and Zoning Board

The Wildwood Planning and Zoning Board will consider several land-use items, including two zoning map amendments, a hotel site plan, an industrial expansion, and a special exception for an auto repair shop. The board will make recommendations on these items, which will then go to the City Commission for final decisions. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Zoning change at 5474 Williamsburg Ln. from RPUD to MHP (0.21 acres)
• Zoning change at 64 Robin Rd. from R6M and MHP to MHP (0.13 acres)
• Site plan for a 98-unit Hawthorn hotel with 599 parking spaces on 15.06 acres
• 54,675 sq ft expansion to Charlotte Pipe and Foundry with additional outdoor storage and truck staging
• Special exception for a 5,372 sq ft automotive repair shop at Christian Brothers Auto

The Planning & Zoning Board reviewed and recommended approval for two zoning map amendments, two site plans, and one special exception. All items were forwarded to the City Commission for final determination.

• Approved September 2, 2025, meeting minutes
• Recommended approval for zoning change at 5474 Williamsburg Ln. (Passed)
• Recommended approval for zoning change at 64 Robin Rd. (Passed)
• Recommended approval for Sweet Six hotel and retail site plan (Passed)
• Recommended approval for Charlotte Pipe and Foundry plant expansion (Passed)
• Recommended approval for Christian Brothers Auto special exception (Passed)

LPA

The Planning & Zoning Board, acting as the Local Planning Agency, will consider two small-scale future land use map amendments to change designations from Rural Residential (Sumter County) to Mobile Home Park (City) for parcels on Robin Rd. and Williamsburg Ln. Staff recommends approval for both, which would then go to the City Commission. The meeting also includes approval of the September 2, 2025 minutes.

• A25-3308: 0.13-acre parcel at 64 Robin Rd. to change from Rural Residential to Mobile Home Park; accompanied by rezoning A25-3309 (O2025-49)
• A25-3403: 0.21-acre parcel at 5474 Williamsburg Ln. to change from Rural Residential to Mobile Home Park; accompanied by rezoning A25-3404 (O2025-54)
• Staff recommends approval of both amendments (O2025-48 and O2025-53) to forward to City Commission
• Approval of minutes from September 2, 2025 regular meeting

The Planning & Zoning Board acting as the Local Planning Agency reviewed two requests for Small Scale Comprehensive Plan Amendments. Special Magistrate Lindsay C.T. Holt recommended that the City Commission approve both requests to change land use designations to Mobile Home Park. The board also approved the minutes from the September 2, 2025, meeting.

• Approved September 2, 2025, meeting minutes
• Recommended approval of A25-3308 for 64 Robin Rd
• Recommended approval of A25-3403 for 5474 Williamsburg Ln

City Commission

The Wildwood Community Redevelopment Agency will consider adopting its FY 2025-26 budget and amending its FY 2024-25 budget. Both items are recommended for approval by staff. The meeting also includes approval of the June 23, 2025 meeting minutes and a public comment period.

• Resolution R2025-30: Adopting the FY 2025-26 CRA budget
• Resolution R2025-31: Amending the FY 2024-25 CRA budget
• Approval of June 23, 2025 CRA meeting minutes

The Wildwood Community Redevelopment Agency unanimously approved the FY 2025-2026 CRA budget via Resolution R2025-30 and the first amendment to the FY 2024-2025 budget via Resolution R2025-31, which increased funds for the Jackson Street Improvements project. The meeting also approved the June 23, 2025 meeting minutes without changes. No public comments were made.

• Approved June 23, 2025 CRA meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted FY26 CRA budget via Resolution R2025-30 (unanimous)
• Adopted FY25 first CRA budget amendment via Resolution R2025-31, including increased Jackson Street Improvements funding (unanimous)

City Commission

The Wildwood City Commission will hold a regular meeting to decide on the final fiscal year 2025-2026 budget and millage tax rate, as well as several land-use ordinances including zoning amendments for church expansion and mobile home park development. The meeting will also vote on impact fee updates and a new fertilizer ordinance, alongside approvals for construction payments and contracts.

• Adopt FY26 final budget and millage tax rate (Resolution R2025-32, R2025-33)
• Amend Middleton Downtown CDD boundaries (Ordinance O2025-50)
• Update law enforcement, parks, water, and sewer impact fees (Ordinance O2025-51)
• Approve zoning changes for St. Vincent De Paul Church expansion (Ordinance O2025-40, A25-2847)
• Approve mobile home park zoning for 5341 Lexington Circle (Ordinance O2025-42, O2025-43)

The City Commission unanimously adopted the FY2025-26 final millage rate of 2.8287 mills (a 4.68% increase over the rollback rate) and the final budget totaling $280,264,068, which includes significant funding for the Water Reclamation Facility project. The commission also unanimously approved updated impact fees for law enforcement, parks, water, and sewer, with increases phased over four years for new development. Several ordinances were introduced on first reading, including a fertilizer ordinance and the creation of The Winston Community Development District, with public hearings scheduled for October 13, 2025.

• Adopted Resolution R2025-32 final millage rate of 2.8287 for FY26 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R2025-33 final FY26 budget of $280,264,068 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 02025-50 amending Middleton Downtown CDD boundary by adding 3.6 acres (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 02025-51 updating law enforcement, parks, water, and sewer impact fees (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including expenditure report, minutes, and two site plans (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R2025-34 increasing reclaimed water rates based on CPI (unanimous)
• Approved $386,499.17 payment for Millennium Park Phase 1 & 2 (unanimous)
• Approved $25,793 contract with GatorSktch for Martin Theatre redevelopment (unanimous)

Charter Review Committee

The Wildwood Charter Review Committee is meeting to approve minutes from its August 11, 2025 meeting and to discuss a report from the Citizens Charter Committee. The agenda is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being the discussion of the citizens' report.

• Approval of August 11, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Citizens Charter Committee report

The committee formally adopted the Citizens Charter Report, which recommends keeping the current City Charter unchanged due to the city's rapid population growth. Chairperson Fountaine will present this recommendation to the City Commission. The committee also approved the minutes from the August 11, 2025, meeting.

• Approved August 11, 2025, meeting minutes (3-0)
• Adopted Citizens Charter Report (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Project Review Committee

The Project Review Committee will consider recommendations for a new hotel and expansions to industrial and retail sites. The body will also review a modification to a residential development phase.

• A25-1564: 54,675 sq. ft. expansion to Charlotte Pipe and Foundry with outdoor storage and truck staging
• A25-0944: Construction of a four-story, 98-unit Hawthorn hotel with 599 parking spaces on 15.06 acres
• SPM 2408-009: Modification to Trailwinds Village The Wilds Phase 3 to replace 18 dwelling units with a retaining wall and open space
• A25-1117: Minor modification to storm water pond for Home Depot Wildwood

The Project Review Committee approved expansions for Charlotte Pipe and Foundry and the Home Depot at Wildwood Crossing. The committee also approved modifications for Trailwinds Village Phase 3 and the Sweet Six hotel project, the latter of which included a denied technical waiver.

• Approved Charlotte Pipe and Foundry plant expansion (3-1)
• Approved Home Depot storm water pond modification and waiver (4-0)
• Approved Trailwinds Village Phase 3 modification (4-0)
• Approved Sweet Six hotel project with design contingency (4-0)
• Denied technical waiver for Sweet Six project (4-0)
• Approved August 13, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)

City Commission

The Wildwood City Commission will hold a regular meeting to decide on key fiscal and land-use items for FY26, including the tentative millage tax levy and budget adoption. Commissioners will also vote on zoning and future land use map amendments for the SunKool Office site (5.60 acres) and approve a fifth amendment to the city’s solid waste and recycling contract with Waste Management. Additional items include impact fee updates and several infrastructure project payments.

• Adopt tentative FY26 millage tax levy (Resolution R2025-27)
• Adopt tentative FY26 budget (Resolution R2025-28)
• Approve Small-Scale Future Land Use Map Amendment for SunKool Office site (Ordinance O2025-33)
• Approve Zoning Map Amendment for SunKool Office site from CL/RR1C to C-3 (Ordinance O2025-34)
• Approve fifth amendment to Waste Management solid waste and recycling contract (Ordinance O2025-41)

The City Commission unanimously adopted the FY26 tentative millage rate of 2.8287 (a 4.68% increase over rollback) and the FY26 tentative budget totaling $280,264,068. The commission also approved second readings for the SunKool Office land use and zoning amendments, a Waste Management contract amendment raising residential rates by $0.97/month, and several contracts and payments. No public comment was received on any public hearing item.

• Adopted FY26 tentative millage rate 2.8287 (unanimous)
• Adopted FY26 tentative budget of $280,264,068 (unanimous)
• Approved SunKool Office future land use map amendment (unanimous)
• Approved SunKool Office rezoning (unanimous)
• Approved Waste Management contract amendment with $0.97/month residential rate increase (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including expenditure report and meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $980,265.86 pay application for Water Reclamation Facility Phase One (unanimous)
• Accepted preliminary 2025 population estimate of 36,783 (unanimous)

Code Compliance

The Wildwood Code Compliance will meet to review past summary minutes, old business involving an alleged stormwater and erosion control violation, and two new code violation cases regarding property maintenance and tree protection regulations. The meeting takes place at City Hall Commission Chamber on September 2, 2025 at 1:00 PM.

• Old Business Case# 25-0099 for Evolve at Wildwood at 4117 CR 108 regarding stormwater, sediment, and erosion control violations
• New Business Case# 25-0060 for BMS Holdings at 802 High Street regarding junk, debris, overgrown vegetation, and exterior maintenance
• New Business Case# 25-0091 for Global Tire Recycling of Sumter County Inc at 1201 Industrial Drive regarding tree protection regulations

The Special Magistrate approved the August 5 minutes and ruled on three code cases. For Evolve at Wildwood, the cease and desist was lifted after improvements and a $197 fine was paid. BMS Holdings was ordered to bring 802 High Street into compliance within 30 days, pay $266.30 in costs, and obtain a new certificate of occupancy, with a $250/day fine if not completed. Global Tire Recycling was ordered to plant 10 live oak trees and pay $157.45 in costs within 30 days for unpermitted tree removal.

• Approved August 5, 2025 meeting minutes
• Lifted cease and desist for Evolve at Wildwood after improvements; $197 fine paid
• Ordered BMS Holdings to correct violations at 802 High Street within 30 days, pay $266.30 costs, obtain new certificate of occupancy, $250/day fine if not done
• Ordered Global Tire Recycling to plant 10 live oak trees (8 ft, 2-inch diameter) within 30 days and pay $157.45 costs

LPA

The Wildwood Planning & Zoning Board will decide on two small-scale land-use amendments at this meeting. One seeks to rezone 35.04 acres for a church expansion, and the other proposes a mobile home park designation for a 0.115-acre parcel.

• A25-2848: Small-Scale Future Land Use Map Amendment for St. Vincent De Paul Church Expansion (35.04 acres, Rural Residential to Public Facilities)
• A25-2724: Small-Scale Future Land Use Map Amendment for 5341 Lexington Circle (0.115 acres, Rural Residential to Mobile Home Park)
• Staff recommends approval for A25-2848
• Accompanied by rezoning requests A25-2847 and A25-2786 (O2025-43) respectively

The Wildwood Planning & Zoning Board, acting as the Local Planning Agency, recommended approval of two Small-Scale Comprehensive Plan Amendments. Both items were forwarded to the City Commission for final action. No public comments were made on either item.

• Recommended approval of Ordinance O2025-39, changing 35.04 acres from Rural Residential (Sumter County) to Public Facilities (City) for St. Vincent De Paul Church Expansion (passed)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance O2025-42, changing 0.115 acres from Rural Residential (Sumter County) to Mobile Home Park (City) for 5341 Lexington Circle (passed)
• Approved summary minutes of the August 5, 2025, meeting (passed)

Planning and Zoning Board

The Wildwood Planning and Zoning Board will consider several land-use requests, including a rezoning for a church expansion, a special exception for a Circle K travel center, and site plan approvals for a medical building and an ice cream shop. Staff recommends approval for most items. The board will also review a rezoning for a small parcel on Lexington Circle.

• Rezoning 35.04 acres for St. Vincent De Paul Church from A10C & RR5C to Institutional
• Special exception for Circle K travel center at Twisted Oaks (5,964 SF, 18 fueling stations)
• Site plan for 5,098 sq ft Tri-County Heart medical building with 30 parking spaces
• Site plan for 583 sq ft Twistee Treat with drive-thru and 17 parking spaces
• Rezoning 0.115 acres at 5341 Lexington Circle from RPUD to MHP

The Wildwood Planning and Zoning Board met and recommended approval for all five items on the agenda, forwarding them to the City Commission for final action. These included a zoning change for a church expansion, site plans for a medical building and an ice cream shop, a special exception for a travel center, and a rezoning for a mobile home park. No items were denied or tabled.

• Recommended approval of zoning map amendment for St. Vincent De Paul Church expansion (35.04 acres) to Institutional (passed)
• Recommended approval of site plan for Tri-County Heart medical building (5,098 sq ft) (passed)
• Recommended approval of site plan for Twistee Treat ice cream shop (583 sq ft) (passed)
• Recommended approval of special exception for Circle K travel center at Twisted Oaks (3.17 acres) (passed)
• Recommended approval of rezoning at 5341 Lexington Circle from RPUD to MHP (0.115 acres) (passed)

City Commission

The City Commission will vote on the third budget amendment for fiscal year 2024-2025 and two voluntary land annexations. The body will also consider renaming Clay Drain Road to Mike Jacobs Sr Road and review several infrastructure payments.

• Resolution R2025-26 to amend the FY 2024-2025 budget
• Annexation of approximately 27.14 acres for South Wildwood Industrial Park West
• Annexation of 0.115 acres at 5341 Lexington Cir
• Millennium Park project payments totaling $376,068.81
• Award of $55,278 to Kingdom Construction for downtown trash compactor enclosure

The Wildwood City Commission rejected a proposal to rename Clay Drain Road to Mike Jacobs Sr. Road, with only Commissioner Green voting in favor. The commission also approved a $1.5 million budget transfer, two annexations, and several contracts and payments, including a $127,000 change order for Millennium Park.

• Approved FY25 third budget amendment transferring $1.5M to Utility Capital Project Fund (unanimous)
• Approved annexation of 27.14 acres for South Wildwood Industrial Park West (unanimous)
• Approved annexation of 0.115 acres at 5341 Lexington Cir (unanimous)
• Denied ordinance to rename Clay Drain Road to Mike Jacobs Sr. Road (1-3)
• Approved $127,000 change order for Millennium Park trail and retaining walls (unanimous)
• Approved $249,068.81 payment for Millennium Park Phase 1 & 2 (unanimous)
• Awarded $55,278 contract to Kingdom Construction for downtown trash compactor enclosure (unanimous)
• Approved $314,890.80 payment to SGS Contracting for CR 501 WTP iron filter project (unanimous)

City Commission

The City Commission is meeting for a workshop to discuss the third presentation of the Fiscal Year 2026 budget.

• FY26 Third Budget Presentation

The City Commission held a workshop to review the Fiscal Year 2026 budget book, with staff highlighting changes to the presentation platform, a correction to the City Manager's salary, updated vehicle quotes, and ad valorem tax projections. No formal decisions were made; the budget is still being finalized ahead of September public hearings. The meeting adjourned after discussion.

• Reviewed FY26 budget book presentation (no vote)
• Noted correction to City Manager's salary removing incorrect COLA increase
• Confirmed budget book will be sent to commissioners by end of month for review

Project Review Committee

The Wildwood Project Review Committee will review and likely approve five new development projects and one land parcel split at its August 13 meeting. Staff recommends approval for all items. The projects include medical, worship, residential, and commercial buildings, plus utility extensions.

• A25-0055: 5,098 sq ft medical building with 30 parking spaces on 0.7 acres
• A25-0835: Modification to 21,684 sq ft worship building on 8.13 acres
• A25-2019: Split of parcel D07-036 into 1.69-acre and 12.16-acre lots
• A25-1564: 54,675 sq ft expansion for Charlotte Pipe and Foundry with 80,080 sq ft outdoor storage
• A25-0900: 583 sq ft Twistee Treat drive-thru with 17 parking spaces on 0.52 acres

The Wildwood Project Review Committee approved the July 8, 2025 minutes and five new business project items, including medical building plans, a lot split, a church modification with a technical waiver, a Twistee Treat location with a bypass lane waiver, and a utilities extension for Summerfield Cottages. A plant expansion for Charlotte Pipe and Foundry had its parking technical waiver approved while the rest of the project was tabled to the September PRC meeting.

• Approved July 08, 2025 summary minutes (4-0)
• Approved case A25-0055 - SP - Tri-County Heart medical building (4-0)
• Approved case A25-2019 - PLAT - Hoopfer Lot Split (4-0)
• Approved case A25-0835 - SPM - Encounter Church Mod with technical waiver (4-0)
• Approved parking technical waiver for A25-1564 Charlotte Pipe and Foundry Plant Expansion (4-0)
• Tabled remainder of Charlotte Pipe and Foundry project to September PRC meeting (4-0)
• Approved case A25-0900 - SP - Twistee Treat with technical waiver (4-0)
• Approved case A25-2103 - SPM - Summerfield Cottages Utilities Extension with Sumter County road repair standard agreement (4-0)

City Commission

The Wildwood City Commission will hold public hearings on a small-scale land use change and rezoning for a 0.146-acre parcel, and a 30-year utility franchise for West Sumter companies. They will also consider first readings of three annexation ordinances, a road renaming, and several financial items including a $850,738.30 payment for the water reclamation facility.

• Ordinance O2025-27: Future Land Use Map change from Urban Residential to Mobile Home Park (0.146 acres, Bonnie Boyd)
• Ordinance O2025-35: 30-year non-exclusive utility franchise for West Sumter Utility Company and West Sumter Water Conservation Authority
• Ordinance O2025-28: Zoning change from R6M to MHP (0.146 acres, Bonnie Boyd)
• Ordinance O2025-36: Voluntary annexation of 27.58 acres (South Wildwood Industrial Park West, Harry Harmer)
• Pay application No. 5 for Water Reclamation Facility Phase One: $850,738.30

The City Commission approved several ordinances and agreements, including a land use and zoning change for the Bonnie Boyd property, 30-year utility franchises for West Sumter companies at Monarch Ranch, and a site plan for the 270-unit Summerfield Cottages development. It also approved multiple financial items, including a $850,738.30 payment for the water reclamation facility and a $769,390 equipment purchase. All votes were unanimous with four commissioners present; Commissioner Green was absent.

• Adopted Ordinance O2025-27 changing Bonnie Boyd property land use to Mobile Home Park (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance O2025-28 rezoning Bonnie Boyd property to MHP (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance O2025-35 granting 30-year utility franchises to West Sumter companies (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R2025-24 establishing honorary road name designation policy (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R2025-25 declaring IT equipment surplus (unanimous)
• Approved $850,738.30 pay application for water reclamation facility phase one (unanimous)
• Approved $769,390 equipment purchase for R-12 Reclaim Pump Station (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for 270-unit Summerfield Cottages development (unanimous)

Charter Review Committee

The Charter Review Committee will meet to discuss and review specific sections of the City Charter. The committee is scheduled to review Article III and begin a review of Article IV.

• Approval of June 16, 2025, meeting minutes
• Review of Article III of the City Charter
• Review of Article IV of the City Charter

The committee approved the minutes from its June 16, 2025, meeting. Members discussed potential changes to the City Charter regarding commissioner elections and residency requirements but reached no formal consensus for changes, opting to prepare a final report for the City Commission.

• Approved June 16, 2025, meeting minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7 p.m. (5-0)

Code Compliance

The Wildwood Code Compliance board will hold a regular meeting to hear four cases of properties found non-compliant with city codes, covering issues like junk accumulation, derelict vehicles, and exterior maintenance. The meeting also includes a special magistrate overview of the code enforcement process, swearing in city staff, and approval of July 1 minutes.

• Case 24-0008: 600 Pleasantdale Drive, violations include water/sewer connection, junk/debris, derelict vehicles, exterior maintenance, unsafe structure
• Case 25-0024: 503 Gray Avenue, violations include junk/debris, overgrown property, derelict vehicles, exterior maintenance
• Case 25-0036: 712 Third Avenue, violation of junk/debris accumulation
• Case 25-0057: 413 Orange Street, violations include junk/debris and exterior maintenance
• Special magistrate overview of code enforcement process

The Special Magistrate approved minutes and heard four code enforcement cases. Orders were issued for three properties with violations, including daily fines and abatement authorization. One case was closed after the property came into compliance.

• Approved July 1, 2025 minutes (passed)
• Case 24-0008: Found violation, ordered $500/day fines, $1,330.32 utility payment, $184.06 costs, authorized abatement (passed)
• Case 25-0024: No order needed, property came into compliance (passed)
• Case 25-0036: Found violation, 30 days to comply, $50/day fine if not, $178.26 costs (passed)
• Case 25-0057: Found violation, 30 days to comply, $200/day fine if not, $188.70 costs (passed)

LPA

The Wildwood Planning & Zoning Board, acting as the Local Planning Agency, will consider a small-scale future land use map amendment (A25-1910) for the SunKool Office project. The proposal would change the designation of a 5.60-acre parcel from Industrial (Sumter County) to Commercial (City). Staff recommends approval and forwarding the ordinance to the City Commission.

• Small-scale comprehensive plan amendment A25-1910 for SunKool Office
• Future Land Use Map change from Industrial (Sumter County) to Commercial (City)
• 5.60 acres MOL affected
• Staff recommends approval of Ordinance O2025-33

The Wildwood Planning & Zoning Board, acting as the Local Planning Agency, approved the summary minutes from July 1, 2025, and made a favorable recommendation for Ordinance O2025-33, a small-scale comprehensive plan amendment to change the Future Land Use Map designation from Industrial (Sumter County) to Commercial (City) for approximately 5.6 acres at the southeast corner of North US 301 and County Road 114. No public comment was made, and the recommendation was passed by Special Magistrate Holt.

• Approved summary minutes for July 1, 2025 meeting (passed)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance O2025-33 for SunKool Office land-use change (passed)

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will review a zoning map amendment for the SunKool Office site and a construction proposal for a UF Health freestanding emergency department. The board will provide recommendations to the City Commission on these items.

• A25-1909: Proposed rezoning of 5.60 acres for SunKool Office from CL and RR1C to C-3
• A25-0583: Proposed 14,211 SF one-story medical building for UF Health Oxford Freestanding Emergency Department on 1.40 acres

The Special Magistrate recommended approval for a rezoning request for the SunKool Office project and a site plan for the UF Health Oxford Freestanding Emergency Department. Both items will move forward for further consideration. The board also approved the minutes from the July 1, 2025, meeting.

• Approved July 1, 2025, meeting minutes
• Recommended approval for SunKool Office rezoning (A25-1909)
• Recommended approval for UF Health Oxford site plan (A25-0583)

City Commission

The City Commission is holding a workshop to discuss the FY26 budget presentation. No formal decisions are scheduled for this meeting.

• FY26 Budget Presentation

The City Commission held a workshop to discuss the Fiscal Year 2026 budget presentation, which covered revenue estimates, capital projects, general fund revenues, and wastewater treatment plant updates. No formal legislative votes or final budget adoptions occurred during this workshop.

• Adjourned the workshop meeting at 9:44 a.m.

City Commission

The Wildwood City Commission is holding a regular meeting with several public hearings on ordinances affecting land use and zoning, including a voluntary annexation, two small-scale comprehensive plan amendments, and corresponding rezoning requests. The Commission will also consider a 30-year utility franchise for West Sumter Utility Company and West Sumter Water Conservation Authority, approve the FY2025-26 budget for the Wildwood Utility Dependent District, and act on various contracts and payments. Several items are consent agenda items, including final plats for subdivisions.

• Ordinance O2025-25: voluntary annexation of 0.146 acres on CR 154A (Bonnie Boyd parcel G08B043)
• Ordinance O2025-29: land use change from General Commercial/Agricultural to Industrial for 49.41 acres (Monarch Ranch North Phase 1)
• Ordinance O2025-35: 30-year non-exclusive franchise for West Sumter Utility Company and West Sumter Water Conservation Authority
• Resolution R2025-22: approval of FY2025-26 budget for Wildwood Utility Dependent District
• Contract payments: Jackson Street Improvements ($102,937.25), South Old Wire Road Water Main ($90,558.01), Millennium Park engineering ($37,920), Barwick St utility improvements ($52,000)

The City Commission approved the FY2025-26 millage rate at 2.8287 mils and adopted the Wildwood Utility Dependent District budget. Commissioners also approved several annexations, rezonings, and infrastructure project payments, while tabling a franchise agreement ordinance due to a lack of a supermajority.

• Approved FY26 millage rate at 2.8287 mils
• Approved FY25-26 Wildwood Utility Dependent District budget
• Approved Bonnie Boyd annexation (Ordinance 02025-25)
• Approved Monarch Ranch North Phase 1 land use change and rezoning
• Approved Summers land use change and rezoning
• Tabled West Sumter franchise ordinance until August 11, 2025
• Approved $102,937.25 payment for Jackson Street improvements
• Approved $90,558.01 payment for South Old Wire Road water main project

City Commission

The Wildwood City Commission will hold a special meeting to accept a $68,100 grant from the Florida Department of Law Enforcement for police body armor. The agenda also includes informational presentations on impact fees and a utility revenue study, as well as a strategic plan update. No votes are scheduled for ordinances or resolutions at this meeting.

• FDLE grant acceptance for police body armor: $68,100
• Impact fee study and utility revenue sufficiency analysis presentation
• Strategic plan update presentation
• Introduction to FY25-26 budget
• Public forum with 4-minute time limit

The City Commission unanimously accepted a $68,100 FDLE grant for police body armor. Commissioners also heard presentations on impact fees, utility rates, the strategic plan, and the proposed FY25-26 budget, but took no formal action on those items. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with no public hearings, ordinances, or resolutions.

• Accepted $68,100 FDLE grant for police body armor (unanimous)
• Heard impact fee study presentation; no action taken
• Heard utility revenue sufficiency analysis; no action taken
• Heard strategic plan update; no action taken
• Heard FY25-26 budget overview; no action taken

City Commission

The Wildwood City Commission will hold a regular meeting on July 14, 2025, to decide on multiple zoning and land-use amendments, including small-scale comprehensive plan changes and zoning map amendments for several parcels. The meeting will also consider voluntary annexations, franchise agreements with utility companies, and approve over $3.2 million in payments for construction projects. Additionally, the Commission will review resolutions related to utility agreements with the Florida Department of Transportation.

• Small-Scale Future Land Use Map Amendment for parcel G15A132 (6454 C44-A) from Rural Residential to Residential Mixed Use
• Voluntary annexation of 35.04 acres for St. Vincent De Paul Church Expansion (Parcel D32-069)
• Zoning Map Amendment for parcel G15A132 (6454 C44-A) from R6M to RMU-10
• Approval of $3.2M in contracts including $1.88M for Water Reclamation Facility Phase One and $989K for Millennium Park Phase 1 & 2
• $60,000 purchase of portion of parcel G05-091

The City Commission approved several ordinances and resolutions, including the annexation of 35.04 acres for St. Vincent De Paul Church expansion, a small-scale future land use map amendment, and a zoning map amendment for a 0.14-acre parcel on County Road 44A. The commission also approved multiple payment applications totaling over $3.2 million for construction projects, including the Community Center HVAC replacement, Millennium Park, and the water reclamation facility. All votes were unanimous with four commissioners present; Commissioner Pamala Harrison-Bivins was absent.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 02025-22 for small-scale future land use map amendment at 6454 C-44A (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 02025-26 for annexation of 35.04 acres for St. Vincent De Paul Church expansion (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. O2025-23 for zoning map amendment at 6454 C-44A (unanimous)
• Approved $105,225.20 payment for Community Center HVAC replacement (unanimous)
• Approved $55,000 work authorization for Signature Drive construction phase services (unanimous)
• Approved $989,433.98 payment for Millennium Park Phase 1 & 2 (unanimous)
• Approved $1,881,596.60 payment for water reclamation facility phase one (unanimous)
• Approved $60,000 contract to purchase parcel G05-091 for stormwater pond (unanimous)

Project Review Committee

The Project Review Committee will consider four development applications, including a final plat for a business park and three new commercial buildings. Staff recommends approval for all items contingent on resolving outstanding comments. The meeting is a regular session with no public hearings scheduled.

• Final plat for Preston Place Business Park, a 4-parcel subdivision with access to US 301
• UF Health Oxford Freestanding Emergency Department: 14,211 sq ft medical building, 51 parking spaces, 2 EV charging stations
• Saucy by KFC: 3,335 sq ft restaurant with drive-thru, 28 parking spaces
• St. Vincent de Paul Outreach Ministries: 10,108 sq ft retail building (Phase 1) and 10,089 sq ft food pantry (Phase 2)

The Project Review Committee approved the Preston Place Business Park Final Plat, the UF Health Oxford Freestanding Emergency Department with a parking waiver, and the St. Vincent de Paul Outreach Ministries multi-phased project, all subject to resolving outstanding comments. An application for Saucy by KFC was withdrawn by the applicant before the meeting, and the June 10, 2025 meeting minutes were approved.

• Approved June 10, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved Preston Place Business Park Final Plat subject to comment resolution (4-0)
• Approved UF Health Oxford Freestanding Emergency Dept with parking waiver and conditions (4-0)
• No vote taken on Saucy by KFC application due to withdrawal
• Approved St. Vincent de Paul Outreach Ministries project subject to comment resolution (4-0)

Code Compliance

The Wildwood Code Compliance Commission will hold a hearing on a property at 800 Lee Street cited for junk and debris, derelict vehicles, and exterior maintenance violations under city ordinances. The meeting includes a special magistrate overview, staff swearing-in, and approval of prior minutes.

• Case #25-0023: Eliseo Martinez Chavez cited for junk/debris, derelict vehicles, and exterior maintenance violations at 800 Lee Street

The Special Magistrate approved the city's recommendation for Case #25-0023 against Eliseo Martinez Chavez for property at 800 Lee Street, granting an additional 30 days for compliance with a $100 per day fine for failure to comply and recovering $155.98 in costs. The respondent was not present to provide rebuttal. The meeting also included approval of the June 3, 2025 minutes and a discussion on lien filing procedures.

• Approved 30-day compliance extension with $100/day fine for Case #25-0023 (passed)
• Approved recovery of $155.98 in costs for Case #25-0023 (passed)
• Approved summary minutes for June 3, 2025 meeting (passed)

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will consider several zoning map amendments and site plans. The board is reviewing requests for a large multifamily complex, a gas station, and various land rezoning requests.

• SoLiv at Wildwood: Proposed 371-unit multifamily complex with a 20,634-square-foot clubhouse on 24.732 acres
• Oxford Crossings Racetrac: Proposed 6,008-square-foot convenience store and gas station with 11 fueling stations on 3.34 acres
• Monarch Ranch North Phase 1: Proposed rezoning of 49.41 acres from A10C to M-1
• Summers Rezoning: Proposed rezoning of 0.83 acres from RR1 to C-3
• Bonnie Boyd Rezoning: Proposed rezoning of 0.146 acres from R6M to MHP

The Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval of all six items on the agenda: two site plans, three rezoning ordinances, and one multi-family site plan. All recommendations will be forwarded to the City Commission for final determination, with some subject to conditions. The meeting was procedural and no items were denied or tabled.

• Approved site plan for Oxford Crossings Racetrac convenience store (6,008 sq ft) subject to city attorney comments
• Approved rezoning of 0.146-acre parcel from R6M to MHP (Ordinance 02025-28) forwarded to City Commission
• Approved rezoning of 49.41-acre parcel from A10C to M-1 (Ordinance O2025-30) conditional on developer's agreement
• Approved rezoning of 0.83-acre parcel from RR1 to C-3 (Ordinance 02025-32) forwarded to City Commission
• Approved site plan for Summerfield Cottages (270 multi-family units) conditional on developer's agreement
• Approved site plan for SoLiv at Wildwood (371 multi-family units) subject to city attorney comments

LPA

The Planning & Zoning Board, acting as the Local Planning Agency, will consider three small-scale future land use map amendments. These include changing a parcel to Mobile Home Park, a large tract to Industrial, and a smaller parcel to Commercial. The board will make recommendations to the City Commission on each proposed ordinance.

• A25-1988: 0.146-acre parcel from Urban Residential (County) to Mobile Home Park (City), Ordinance O2025-27
• A25-1948: 49.41 acres from General Commercial/Agricultural (County) to Industrial (City), with rezoning A25-1947, pending utility credit agreement
• CP 2305-002: 0.8 acres from Rural Residential (County) to Commercial (City), with rezoning RZ 2305-002, Ordinance O2025-31

The Planning & Zoning Board, acting as the Local Planning Agency, recommended approval of three small-scale comprehensive plan amendments, all forwarded to the City Commission for final determination. One amendment was approved with a condition requiring a developer's agreement regarding utility credits. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended approval of Ordinance 02025-27, changing 0.146-acre parcel from Urban Residential to Mobile Home Park (passed)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance 02025-29, changing 49.41 acres from General Commercial/Agricultural to Industrial, conditional on developer's agreement for utility credits (passed)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance 02025-31, changing 0.83-acre parcel from Rural Residential to Commercial (passed)
• Approved summary minutes from June 3, 2025 meeting (passed)

City Commission

The City Commission will vote on land use and zoning amendments for the Mills property and consider a voluntary annexation for the St. Vincent De Paul Church expansion. The body is also reviewing several infrastructure bids and pay applications for water and drainage projects.

• Bid for Missouri Avenue drainage improvements: $109,415.00
• Bid for Signature Drive improvements: $428,515.50
• Water Reclamation Facility Project Phase One pay application: $717,530.93
• Proposed land use change for Mills Property (Parcel G22A1825) to Mobile Home Park
• Voluntary annexation of 35.44 acres for St. Vincent De Paul Church Expansion

The Wildwood City Commission approved a request to rename Clay Drain Road to Mike Jacobs Sr. Road, with Mayor Wolf opposing and one commissioner abstaining. The commission also unanimously approved consent agenda items, two land-use ordinance amendments for the Mills property, a wastewater facility plan, and multiple construction contracts and pay applications.

• Approved road name change for Clay Drain Road to Mike Jacobs Sr. Road (3-1, Mayor Wolf opposed, 1 abstention)
• Adopted Ordinance 02025-18, future land use amendment for Mills property to Mobile Home Park (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 02025-19, zoning amendment for Mills property to MHP (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R2025-19, wastewater facility plan (unanimous)
• Awarded ITB #2025-09 Missouri Avenue drainage improvements to Paquette for $109,415.00 (unanimous)
• Awarded ITB #2025-11 Signature Drive improvements to CW Roberts Contracting for $428,515.50 (unanimous)
• Approved pay application #3 for water reclamation facility project, $717,530.93 (unanimous)
• Approved RFQ #2025-05 rankings, authorizing negotiation with Gator Sketch for City Site Redevelopment Plan (unanimous)

City Commission

The Wildwood Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) is meeting to approve minutes from its February 24, 2025 meeting and to consider two payment applications for the Jackson Street Improvements Project, totaling $775,334.90. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.

• Approval of minutes from February 24, 2025 CRA meeting
• Jackson Street Improvements Project payment application 3: $535,003.90
• Jackson Street Improvements Project payment application 4: $240,331.00

The Wildwood Community Redevelopment Agency approved three items: minutes from the February 24, 2025 meeting, and two payment applications for the Jackson Street Improvements Project totaling $775,334.90, both paid from CRA funds. All votes were unanimous. The meeting adjourned after about three minutes with no public comments or other business.

• Approved February 24, 2025 CRA meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Jackson Street Improvements Payment Application 3 for $535,003.90 (unanimous)
• Approved Jackson Street Improvements Payment Application 4 for $240,331.00 (unanimous)

City Commission

The Wildwood City Commission is holding a special meeting primarily to conduct a closed executive session regarding Case No. 2024-CA-000137, Shayla Lawson v. City of Wildwood. The meeting includes a public portion and an announcement of the attorney-client session, followed by adjournment.

• Closed executive session on Case No. 2024-CA-000137 (Shayla Lawson v. City of Wildwood)
• Attendance by Mayor Ed Wolf, commissioners, city manager, and attorneys
• Public portion and announcement of attorney-client session

Charter Review Committee

The Charter Review Committee will meet to discuss and review specific sections of the City Charter. The body is scheduled to review Article III and begin a review of Article IV.

• Approval of March 3, 2025, meeting minutes
• Review of Article III of the City Charter
• Review of Article IV of the City Charter

The Wildwood Charter Review Committee discussed but did not decide on switching from at-large to district-based city commission elections. Members leaned toward a model with four districts and an at-large mayor, but agreed to continue discussions at a longer August meeting. The committee also approved the minutes from the March 3, 2025 meeting.

• Approved minutes from March 3, 2025 meeting (4-0)
• Deferred decision on district-based vs. at-large representation to August meeting
• Discussed four-district model with at-large mayor as a possible recommendation
• Agreed to share 2014 proposed charter amendment with members for reference

Project Review Committee

The Wildwood Project Review Committee will consider several site plans, including a large multifamily development, a cottage project, a sewer line, and a Wawa modification. Staff recommends approval for most items, with conditions. The committee will also approve prior meeting minutes.

• SP 2409-004 Summerfield Cottages (Parcel C13-024) - staff recommends approval pending comments and developer's agreement
• SP 2407-003 SoLiv at Wildwood (Parcels G05-134, G05-148, G05-151, G05-157, G05M001) - 371-unit multifamily complex with 8 three-story and 1 four-story buildings, 624 parking spaces, clubhouse, dog park, pickleball courts
• SP 2410-004 Exalt Health Offsite Force Main - sewer force main in US 301 ROW and city streets; staff seeks guidance on rights-of-way and CSX permit
• #A25-0072 Wawa Turkey Run Site Plan Minor Mod (G05Y008, G05Y007) - staff recommends approval

The Project Review Committee approved two large multifamily developments: Summerfield Cottages (270 units) and SoLiv at Wildwood (371 units), both subject to resolution of outstanding comments and approval of Developer's Agreements. A third project, the Exalt Health Offsite Force Main, was tabled to the next meeting due to unresolved issues including a missing performance bond and CSX license concerns. A minor modification to the Wawa Turkey Run site plan was also approved.

• Approved SP 2409-004 Summerfield Cottages, 270-unit multifamily development, subject to outstanding comments and Developer's Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved SP 2407-003 SoLiv at Wildwood, 371-unit multifamily complex, subject to resolution of outstanding utility comment (unanimous)
• Tabled SP 2410-004 Exalt Health Offsite Force Main to next PRC meeting (unanimous)
• Approved #A25-0072 Wawa Turkey Run Site Plan Minor Mod for onsite utilities, stop signs, and stop bars (unanimous)
• Approved summary minutes from May 13, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

City Commission

The City Commission will vote on the voluntary annexation of approximately 49.4 acres for Monarch Ranch North Phase 1. The body will also review several high-value contracts for the Water Reclamation Facility and Millennium Park projects.

• Ordinance O2025-20: Voluntary annexation of 49.406 acres north of the Turnpike
• $1,323,300.00 purchase of electrical gear package for Water Reclamation Facility
• $582,531.96 payment for Millennium Park Phase 1 & 2 Project
• Resolution R2025-17: Renaming a section of C-470 east of Central Parkway Roundabout to Marsh Bend Trail
• Proposed land use and zoning changes for the 0.479-acre Mills Property to Mobile Home Park

The City Commission voted 3-2 to deny a Parks and Recreation Department recommendation that would have excluded political groups from city-sponsored events, allowing them to participate. The commission also approved the consent agenda, a voluntary annexation for Monarch Ranch North Phase 1, and several financial items including a $1,323,300 electrical gear purchase for the Water Reclamation Facility. A benefits brokerage services RFP was tabled due to a protest.

• Denied Parks & Recreation recommendation to exclude political groups from city events (3-2)
• Approved consent agenda items A-L unanimously
• Adopted Ordinance No. 02025-20 for Monarch Ranch North Phase 1 voluntary annexation (unanimous)
• Approved $1,323,300 owner direct purchase of electrical gear for Water Reclamation Facility (unanimous)
• Approved $77,700 purchase of additional diffusers for Water Reclamation Facility (unanimous)
• Approved $99,961.49 payment application #4 to SGS Contracting Services (unanimous)
• Approved $582,531.96 payment application #4 for Millennium Park Phase 1 & 2 (unanimous)
• Tabled RFP #2025-07 Benefits Brokerage Services due to protest (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Board

The board will consider several site plans, plats, and a rezoning request. The meeting includes a proposed text amendment to the City's Land Development Regulations and Fee Schedule to align with the 2050 Comprehensive Plan.

• Proposed text amendments to Land Development Regulations and Fee Schedule
• Matteo Oaks Improvement Plan for 180 single-family dwelling units on 45.16 acres
• Rezoning of 0.14 acres at 6454 C-44A from R6M to RMU-10
• Site plan for a 12,321 SF vehicle repair building for All County Collision
• Densan Park Phase 2 Final Plat for a 67-unit residential subdivision

Code Compliance

The Code Compliance body will hear cases regarding non-compliant properties. The meeting includes requests for enforcement orders and reviews of violations ranging from property maintenance to stormwater controls.

• Case# 2309-0003: Request Order of Enforcement for 305 Mill Street
• Case# 24-0066: Junk, debris, derelict vehicles, and exotic animals at 701 Third Ave
• Case# 25-0030: Unsafe structure and overgrown vegetation at 821 Lee Street
• Case# 25-0054: Stormwater and erosion control at 5463 Spencer Court
• Case# 25-0055 and 25-0056: Stormwater and erosion control at 5462 Spencer Court and 4117 CR 108

The Special Magistrate approved minutes and heard six code enforcement cases. Five cases were resolved with orders for compliance, case cost payments, and potential daily fines; one case involving exotic animals was tabled for further review.

• Approved May 6, 2025 meeting minutes
• Ordered 60 days for compliance, $292.71 costs, and $50/day fine if not compliant for 305 Mill Street (passed)
• Ordered 60 days for compliance, $246.02 costs, and $50/day fine if not compliant for 701 Third Ave junk/debris case (passed)
• Tabled exotic animal case for 701 Third Ave for further code review
• Ordered 60 days for compliance and $155.56 costs for 821 Lee Street (passed)
• Ordered $96.12 costs for 5463 Spencer Court stormwater case, property now compliant (passed)
• Ordered immediate compliance and $96.12 costs for 5462 Spencer Court stormwater case (passed)
• Ordered 14-day compliance and $96.12 costs for 4117 CR 108 stormwater case (passed)

LPA

The Wildwood Planning & Zoning Board, acting as the Local Planning Agency, will review a small-scale future land-use map amendment at its June 3 meeting. Staff recommends a favorable recommendation for Ordinance O2025-22, which would change the Future Land Use Map designation from Rural Residential to Residential Mixed Use for parcel G15A132 at 6454 C44-A, Wildwood, FL 34785.

• A25-1716: Small-Scale Future Land Use Map Amendment for parcel G15A132 (6454 C44-A, Wildwood, FL 34785)
• Future Land Use Map change from Rural Residential to Residential Mixed Use
• Staff recommends Ordinance O2025-22 for favorable recommendation

The Wildwood Planning & Zoning Board, acting as the Local Planning Agency, approved the May 6, 2025 meeting minutes and forwarded a favorable recommendation to the City Commission for a small-scale comprehensive plan amendment (A25-1716) to change the Future Land Use Map designation for a 0.14-acre parcel at 6454 C44-A from Rural Residential (Sumter County) to Residential Mixed Use (City). No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned at 2:09 p.m.

• Approved May 6, 2025 meeting minutes (passed)
• Recommended approval of A25-1716 FLUM change to Residential Mixed Use (passed)

Project Review Committee

The Wildwood Project Review Committee will consider recommendations on 10 development items, including a replat for Boulder Square, a Discount Tire store, a collision repair shop, a master plan for Wildwood Oaks, a convenience store with fueling pumps, a force main along US 301, a RaceTrac lot split and store, a 180-unit residential plat, a villa master plan, a commercial replat, and a 67-unit subdivision final plat. Staff recommends approval for most items, with some contingent on resolving comments or submitting a surety.

• PLAT 2411-008 Boulder Square (Avondale) Replat: 10.11-acre replat clearing roadways, lots, and easements
• SP 2407-007 Discount Tire - Turkey Run Lot 6: 7,020 SF auto retail building on 1.45 acres
• SP 2404-007 All County Collision: 12,321 SF vehicle repair building on 1.97 acres
• PLAT 2408-008 Matteo Oaks Improvement Plan: 180 single-family units on 45.16 acres
• SP 2410-003 Oxford Crossings Racetrac: 6,008 SF convenience store with gas canopy on 3.34 acres

The Project Review Committee unanimously approved all 12 items on the agenda, including a conditional approval for the Discount Tire site plan requiring construction of Inspiration Drive or an approved agreement. Other approvals included a replat for Boulder Square, several site plans, plats, and lot splits, all subject to resolution of outstanding comments or conditions.

• Approved Boulder Square (Avondale) Replat (unanimous)
• Approved Discount Tire site plan with condition to construct Inspiration Drive or approved agreement (unanimous)
• Approved All County Collision site plan with technical waivers (unanimous)
• Approved Wildwood Oaks Master Plan mass grading subject to comment resolution (unanimous)
• Approved Convenience Store & Coffee Shop utilities-only site plan subject to easement approval (unanimous)
• Approved One Hundred Oaks Offsite Forcemain subject to comment resolution (unanimous)
• Approved Oxford Crossings RaceTrac lot split subject to comment resolution and SP 2410-003 approval (unanimous)
• Approved Matteo Oaks Improvement Plan, VOSO Shanty Creek Villas Master Plan, Twisted Oaks Commercial Final Plat, Oxford Crossings Racetrac, and Densan Park Phase 2 Final Plat (all unanimous)

City Commission

The Wildwood City Commission will hold public hearings on several land-use and zoning changes, including a commercial rezoning on 2 acres and a rezoning at 5127 CR 169, plus a first reading of a voluntary annexation of about 49.4 acres near the Turnpike. The commission will also approve multiple owner-direct purchase contracts and pay applications for the Millennium Park project and other infrastructure, totaling over $2 million. Proclamations for Police Week and Public Works Week are scheduled.

• Ordinance O2025-8: Future Land Use Map change from Agriculture to Commercial for Parcel G29-008 (2 acres, Johary Real Estate)
• Ordinance O2025-9: Zoning change from RR-1 to C-2 for Parcel G29-008
• Ordinance O2025-20: Voluntary annexation of ~49.41 acres (Monarch Ranch North Phase 1) by 75 Turnpike VDC, LLC
• Millennium Park Phase 1 & 2: Owner-direct purchases totaling $981,835.72 (metal building, storm water, RCP, water/sanitary pipes)
• Pay applications: Kingdom Construction $445,199.72, Wastewater Treatment Plant $543,039.53, SGS Contracting $102,315.00

The Wildwood City Commission unanimously approved several ordinances on second reading, including future land use map amendments and rezoning for a dental/medical office and a residential property, plus amendments to city code. The Commission also approved over $2 million in combined payments and purchases for the Millennium Park project, wastewater treatment plant, and water filter projects, along with a consulting contract. A first reading was held for the Monarch Ranch North Phase 1 annexation, with a public hearing scheduled for June 9, 2025.

• Approved consent agenda items A-J unanimously
• Proclaimed May 11-17 as National Police Week and May 18-24 as National Public Works Week
• Adopted Ordinance 02025-8 (land use change for dental/medical office) unanimously
• Adopted Ordinance 02025-13 (land use change for residential property at 5127 CR 169) unanimously
• Adopted Ordinance 02025-17 (code amendments) unanimously
• Adopted Ordinance 02025-9 (rezoning to C-2) and 02025-14 (rezoning at 5127 CR 169) unanimously
• Approved $1.4M in Millennium Park purchases and $445,199.72 pay application unanimously
• Approved $543,039.53 wastewater plant and $102,315.00 iron filter pay applications unanimously

Code Compliance

The Wildwood Code Compliance Commission will review three old business cases involving property violations and compliance status, and two new cases for properties cited for code violations. The meeting will also include a special magistrate overview and staff swearing-in.

• Case #2109-0016: Alfred Chandler Jr. requests fine reduction at 500 Peters Street; property now compliant
• Case #2202-0004: Edna Harris case seeks foreclosure after property at 300 York Street brought into compliance
• Case #2309-0005: Niatikgua Burt requests abatement and lien for costs at 1108 Huey Street; property non-compliant
• Case #24-0043: Marshall Moore cited for junk, debris, and derelict vehicles at 801 Stanley Ave; property non-compliant
• Case #24-0051: Estate of Mary Mitchell and Andrew Williams cited for unsafe structure at 803 Rice Street; property non-compliant

The Special Magistrate approved all agenda items, including reducing a $50,300 fine to zero for a property at 500 Peters Street, contingent on payment of $339.81 in case costs within 30 days. The board also allowed foreclosure on a lien for 300 York Street, ordered a $50,022.98 lien for 1108 Huey Street, and set compliance deadlines with fines for properties at 801 Stanley Ave and 803 Rice Street.

• Approved April 8, 2025 minutes (passed)
• Reduced fine to zero for 500 Peters Street, conditioned on $339.81 payment within 30 days (passed)
• Allowed foreclosure on lien for 300 York Street (passed)
• Ordered $50,022.98 lien for 1108 Huey Street (passed)
• Found 801 Stanley Ave non-compliant, awarded $328.92 costs, 60 days to comply before $50/day fine (passed)
• Allowed 90 days for repairs/demolition at 803 Rice Street, ordered $131.14 costs (passed)

LPA

The Planning & Zoning Board, acting as the Local Planning Agency, will consider a small-scale future land use map amendment for the Mills Property (parcel G22A1825). The applicant requests changing the designation from Rural Residential (Sumter County) to Mobile Home Park (City) on 0.479 acres. Staff recommends approval. The board will also approve minutes from the April 8, 2025 meeting.

• Public hearing on A25-1153 CP Mills Property: land use change to Mobile Home Park on 0.479 acres
• Staff recommendation: approval
• Approval of minutes from April 8, 2025 regular meeting

The Planning & Zoning Board acting as Local Planning Agency recommended approval of a small-scale comprehensive plan amendment (A25-1153) for the Mills Property. The amendment would change the future land use designation from Rural Residential (Sumter County) to Mobile Home Park (City of Wildwood) for a 4.479-acre parcel. The recommendation will go to the City Commission for final determination. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved summary minutes for April 8, 2025 meeting (passed)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance O2025-18 for Mills Property comprehensive plan amendment (passed)

Planning and Zoning Board

The Wildwood Planning and Zoning Board will consider several development requests, including a zoning change, a self-storage facility, a gas station, and two large subdivision plats. The board will make recommendations on each item, which will then go to the City Commission for final decisions.

• Rezoning of 0.479 acres from R6M (County) to MHP (City) for the Mills Property (parcel G22A1825)
• Three-story self-storage building with 101-250 sq ft units on 4.86 acres (Wildwood Self Storage, parcel G33-154)
• 5,200 sq ft Circle K with 7 fueling pumps and 3 high-speed diesel pumps on 3.28 acres (parcel D31A218)
• One Hundred (100) Oaks Subdivision: 305 single-family lots on 99.81 acres (parcels G19-011 & G30-048)
• Boulder Square Subdivision: 270 dwelling units on 84.10 acres (parcels F01-101, F01A008, G06-185, G06-186, G06-187)

The Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval of a rezoning for the Mills Property (4.479 acres) from R6M (County) to MHP (City), forwarding it to the City Commission. The board also gave favorable recommendations for three site plans and two subdivision plats, all to go to the City Commission for final determination. No public comments were received on any item.

• Recommended approval of rezoning A25-1154 RZ Mills Property (R6M to MHP) (passed)
• Recommended approval of site plan SP 2310-004 Wildwood Self Storage, contingent on outstanding comments (passed)
• Recommended approval of site plan SP 2405-001 Circle K US 301 & CR 462 (passed)
• Recommended approval of plat PLAT 2409-002 One Hundred (100) Oaks Improvement Plan, contingent on tree mitigation (passed)
• Recommended approval of plat PLAT 2410-004 Boulder Square Improvement Plan (passed)

Charter Review Committee

The Charter Review Committee will meet to discuss and review specific sections of the City Charter. The body is scheduled to review Article III and begin a review of Article IV.

• Approval of March 3, 2025, meeting minutes
• Review of Article III of the City Charter
• Review of Article IV of the City Charter

City Commission

The City Commission will vote on the second budget amendment for fiscal year 2024-2025 and three voluntary property annexations. The body will also hold first readings for several zoning changes and amendments to the municipal code.

• Resolution R2025-11 to amend the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget
• Voluntary annexations of 0.479 acres (Mills), 2.59 acres (Son Life Lawn & Landscaping), and 5.60 acres (Sunkool Office)
• Payment of $225,194.00 to Engineered Spray Solutions for sanitary sewer pipe lining
• Payment of $212,478.90 for Jackson Street Improvements Project payment application 2
• Approval of $27,262.11 for HA5 asphalt surface treatment for police department parking lot

The Wildwood City Commission unanimously approved the FY25 second budget amendment, three voluntary annexations (Mills, Son Life Lawn & Landscaping, and Sunkool Office), and several resolutions and contracts. The commission also voted 3-2 to join the Lake County League of Cities, with Mayor Wolf and Commissioner Flores opposed. All other items passed unanimously.

• Approved FY25 second budget amendment (unanimous)
• Approved Mills annexation, 0.479 acre (unanimous)
• Approved Son Life Lawn & Landscaping annexation, 2.59 acres (unanimous)
• Approved Sunkool Office annexation, 5.60 acres (unanimous)
• Approved joining Lake County League of Cities (3-2)
• Approved $27,262.11 asphalt surface treatment for police parking lot (consent agenda)
• Approved $212,478.90 payment for Jackson Street Improvements (unanimous)
• Approved $225,194 contract for sanitary sewer pipe lining (unanimous)

City Commission

The City Commission will hold a workshop to discuss financial reports and departmental updates. The meeting includes a presentation on the FY24 audit and a budget update for FY 24-25.

• FY24 audit presentation by Mauldin & Jenkins
• FY 24-25 mid-year budget update
• Parks and Recreation quarterly report

The City Commission received the FY24 audit with an unmodified opinion and no material weaknesses, and discussed a mid-year budget update with a projected $270,000 General Fund surplus. By consensus, the commission decided to remove the New Year's Eve event and focus on the July Fourth event. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was a workshop.

• Removed New Year's Eve event, focus on July Fourth (consensus)
• Received FY24 audit with unmodified opinion
• Discussed FY24-25 mid-year budget amendments (no vote)

City Commission

The Wildwood City Commission will decide on a small-scale future land use map amendment and zoning map change for a 7.121-acre parcel at 7202 Marsh Bend Trail, along with three voluntary annexations totaling 8.749 acres. The meeting will also consider routine approvals including final plat recordings, right-of-way deeds, and multiple infrastructure contracts totaling over $7.2 million.

• Small-Scale Future Land Use Map Amendment (CP 2405-001) for 7.121 acres at 7202 Marsh Bend Trail, Commercial (Sumter County) to Commercial (City of Wildwood)
• Zoning Map Amendment (RZ 2405-001) for 7.121 acres at 7202 Marsh Bend Trail, RR5C (Sumter County) to C-3 (City of Wildwood)
• Voluntary annexation of 0.14 acres at 6454 C-44 (Back Holla Properties, LLC)
• Voluntary annexation of 0.479 acres on N Bobwhite Road (Ron Courington)
• Voluntary annexation of 5.60 acres at N US 301 and CR 222 intersection (Absolute of Sumter County, LLC)

The City Commission unanimously approved a consent agenda, proclamations for Earth Day and Arbor Day, and several land-use changes including a rezoning at 7202 Marsh Bend Trail and three annexations. They also approved multiple payments and contracts, including over $7 million for Millennium Park improvements and wastewater treatment expansion.

• Approved consent agenda items A-N unanimously
• Adopted Earth Day proclamation for April 22, 2025 unanimously
• Adopted Arbor Day proclamation for April 25, 2025 unanimously
• Adopted Ordinance 02025-5 (land use change at 7202 Marsh Bend Trail) unanimously
• Adopted Ordinance 02025-6 (zoning change to C-3 at 7202 Marsh Bend Trail) unanimously
• Adopted Ordinance 02025-7 (annexation of 0.14 acres on C-44A) unanimously
• Approved $936,125 for sports field lighting at Millennium Park unanimously
• Approved $3,654,220 for wastewater treatment plant construction administration unanimously

Project Review Committee

The Wildwood Project Review Committee will consider several site plans and plats, including a 305-lot subdivision, a Circle K gas station, a Discount Tire store, and two commercial buildings. Staff recommends approval for most items, some contingent on resolving outstanding comments. The meeting also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• SP 2407-007 Discount Tire - Turkey Run Lot 6: 7,020 SF auto retail building on 1.45 acres
• SP 2405-001 Circle K US 301 & CR 462: 5,200 SF building, 7 fueling pumps, 3 high-speed diesel pumps, 25 parking spaces on 3.28 acres
• SP 2408-001 708 N. Main Street: 1,400 SF commercial office and retail building
• PLAT 2409-002 One Hundred (100) Oaks Improvement Plan: 305 single-family lots on 99.81 acres
• PLAT 2410-004 Boulder Square Improvement Plan: 270 dwelling units (178 detached, 92 attached) on 84.10 acres

The Project Review Committee approved four projects: Circle K at US 301 & CR 462, a commercial building at 708 N. Main Street, the One Hundred Oaks subdivision (305 lots), and the Boulder Square subdivision (270 units) with technical waivers. The Discount Tire project (Turkey Run Lot 6) was tabled pending resolution of Inspiration Drive construction, and the Boulder Square (Avondale) Replat was tabled due to outstanding city attorney comments. A motion to rehear the Discount Tire case died for lack of a second.

• Approved Circle K site plan at US 301 & CR 462, subject to resolving outstanding comments (unanimous)
• Approved 708 N. Main Street commercial building with Technical Waiver Request (unanimous)
• Approved One Hundred Oaks subdivision improvement plan, 305 lots, contingent on resolving comments (unanimous)
• Approved Boulder Square subdivision improvement plan, 270 units, with technical waivers (unanimous)
• Tabled Discount Tire - Turkey Run Lot 6 until next PRC meeting (unanimous)
• Tabled Boulder Square (Avondale) Replat due to outstanding city attorney comments (unanimous)
• Motion to rehear Discount Tire case died for lack of second; item remained tabled

LPA

The Wildwood Planning and Zoning Board acting as the Local Planning Agency/Special Magistrate will meet to consider land use and rezoning requests. The agenda includes two small-scale comprehensive plan amendments for properties totaling 2 acres and 8 acres, as well as an additional project item.

• CP 2404-003 Johary Real Estate: Small-scale comprehensive plan amendment to change land use from Agriculture to Commercial for parcel G29-008 (2 acres MOL)
• PJ # A25-0016 Naimat Jesus Inc: Small-scale comprehensive plan amendment to change land use from Agricultural to Central Mixed Use for parcels G29A141, G29A142, G29A143, G29A145, G29A146, and G29A147 (8 acres MOL)
• PJ #A25-0821 - SSPC - 5127 CR 169

The Local Planning Agency recommended approval of three small-scale comprehensive plan amendments, all to be forwarded to the City Commission for final determination. The recommendations include a 2-acre commercial designation, an 8-acre central mixed-use designation contingent on a developer's agreement, and a 0.286-acre mobile home park designation. No public comments were received, and all votes were unanimous.

• Approved recommendation for CP 2404-003 Johary Real Estate, changing 2 acres from Agriculture to Commercial (passed)
• Approved recommendation for A25-0016 Naimat Jesus Inc, changing 8 acres from Agriculture to Central Mixed Use, contingent on developer's agreement for wastewater capacity (passed)
• Approved recommendation for A25-0821 SSPC at 5127 CR 169, changing 0.286 acres from Rural Residential to Mobile Home Park (passed)
• Approved summary minutes from March 4, 2025 meeting (passed)

Code Compliance

The Wildwood Code Compliance Special Magistrate will review three cases: a fine reduction request for a property now in compliance, and two new non-compliant property cases involving junk, derelict vehicles, and exterior maintenance issues. The meeting also includes swearing in staff and approving prior minutes.

• Case# 1804-0004: Harpo Holdings LLC, 116 Woodlane Avenue, fine reduction request, property in compliance
• Case# 24-0043: Marshall Moore, 801 Stanley Ave, violations of Chapter 15 (junk/debris), Chapter 13 (derelict vehicles), Chapter 7 (exterior maintenance)
• Case# 25-0002: Vermont LLC, 410 Terry Street, violation of Chapter 7-68 (exterior maintenance)

The Special Magistrate approved a reduction of fines from $52,575.00 to $1,000.00 for Case #1804-0004 (Harpo Holdings LLC, 116 Woodlane Avenue), with case costs of $305.48 remaining, pending City Commission approval. A new violation at 410 Terry Street (Vermont LLC) was found, with fines abated for 30 days and case costs of $178.92 ordered. One case (Marshall Moore, 801 Stanley Ave) was tabled to the next meeting.

• Approved reduction of fines from $52,575.00 to $1,000.00 for Case #1804-0004 (Harpo Holdings LLC), case costs $305.48 remain (passed)
• Found violation in Case #25-0002 (Vermont LLC, 410 Terry Street), abated $100/day fines for 30 days, ordered $178.92 case costs (passed)
• Tabled Case #24-0043 (Marshall Moore, 801 Stanley Ave) to next meeting (passed)
• Approved summary minutes for March 4, 2025 meeting (passed)

Planning and Zoning Board

The Wildwood Planning and Zoning Board will meet to consider multiple rezoning applications and a site plan for a commercial project. The agenda includes two zoning map amendments with staff recommendations, another rezoning at 5127 CR 169, and a site plan for a 1,400 square-foot commercial building.

• RZ 2404-002 Johary Real Estate: Zoning map amendment for Parcel G29-008 (2 acres) from RR-1 to C-2 (Staff recommends approval)
• PJ # A25-0017 Naimat Jesus Inc Rezoning: Zoning map amendment for parcels G29A141, G29A142, G29A143, G29A145, G29A146, & G29A147 (8 acres) from RR1 to CMU (Staff recommends denial)
• PJ #A25-0823: Rezoning at 5127 CR 169 (Staff recommends approval)
• SP 2408-001: Construction of a 1,400 square-foot commercial office and retail building on 0.302 acres at 708 N. Main Street (Parcel G06C005)

The Wildwood Planning and Zoning Board reviewed four rezoning requests and one site plan, recommending approval for all four rezoning ordinances to the City Commission. The board also approved a site plan for a commercial building on N. Main Street with conditions. No public comments were received on any item.

• Approved recommendation for RZ 2404-002 Johary Real Estate rezoning from RR-1 to C-2 (Ordinance 02025-9)
• Approved recommendation for A25-0017 Naimat Jesus Inc rezoning from RR1 to CMU (Ordinance 02025-11), contingent on developer's agreement for wastewater capacity
• Approved recommendation for A25-0823 rezoning at 5127 CR 169 from R6M to MHP (Ordinance 02025-14)
• Approved site plan SP 2408-001 for 708 N. Main Street, contingent on revised elevations meeting Design District standards

City Commission

The Wildwood City Commission will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on a small-scale comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning for a 7.121-acre parcel at 7202 Marsh Bend Trail, changing it from Sumter County commercial to City of Wildwood commercial and C-3 zoning. The consent agenda includes approval of several final plats and a Dollar Tree site plan. The commission will also consider contracts and change orders, including a $349,882.15 payment for Jackson Street improvements and a $94,500 work authorization for the R-12 Pump Station project.

• Ordinance O2025-5: Future Land Use Map amendment for 7202 Marsh Bend Trail (7.121 acres) from Commercial (Sumter County) to Commercial (City of Wildwood)
• Ordinance O2025-6: Zoning change for same parcel from RR5C to C-3
• Ordinance O2025-7: Voluntary annexation of 0.14 acres at 6454 C-44 by Back Holla Properties, LLC
• Consent agenda includes Dollar Tree at Twisted Oaks site plan and multiple final plats (Triumph South, VOSO units, Middleton)
• Contracts: $349,882.15 for Jackson Street Improvements, $94,500 for R-12 Pump Station construction admin, $37,002.52 HVAC change order

Project Review Committee

The Project Review Committee will consider two development requests. The body will review an improvement plan for Triumph South Ph 2 and a proposal for an auto retail building.

• PLATM 2412-004 Triumph South Ph 2 Improvement Plan (Parcel D32-041)
• SP 2407-007 Discount Tire - Turkey Run Lot 6: proposed 7,020 SF auto retail building on 1.45 acres (Parcel G05Y006)

The Project Review Committee approved a modification to the Triumph South Phase 2 improvement plan, removing retaining walls on a 19.31-acre parcel. It also continued the Discount Tire site plan review to April 8, 2025, to allow the applicant to discuss road completion requirements with the developer. The February 11, 2025, minutes were approved unanimously.

• Approved modification to Triumph South Ph 2 improvement plan (removal of retaining walls) (unanimous)
• Continued SP 2407-007 Discount Tire - Turkey Run Lot 6 to April 8, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved February 11, 2025, meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Commission

The Wildwood City Commission is meeting to consider a first budget amendment, a small-scale land use change and rezoning for a mobile home park, a planned development amendment for 276 residential units, and several contracts and purchases. The agenda includes consent items, public hearings, and financial approvals.

• Resolution R2025-6: FY25 first budget amendment
• Ordinance O2025-1: Future Land Use Map change to Mobile Home Park (0.59 acres)
• Ordinance O2025-2: Rezoning to MHP (0.59 acres)
• Ordinance O2024-96: Densan Park Planned Development Amendment (276 units, 85.13 acres)
• Contracts: $86,384 lift station panels, $61,730.09 parking garage pay app, $170,558.90 pavement consulting, $381,791.79 Millennium Park payment

Code Compliance

The Wildwood Code Compliance Commission will review three properties cited for code violations, including junk and debris accumulation and non-compliant signage. The meeting includes a special magistrate overview, staff swearing-in, and approval of previous minutes.

• Case #2101-0003: James Jackson, 710 Jackson Street — junk and debris accumulation
• Case #24-0004: Juan Jaramillo & First Class RE Investment LLC, 101 Huey Street — non-compliant monument sign
• Case #24-0060: John Sumner, 309 Gray Avenue — junk, debris, and derelict motor vehicle violations

The Wildwood Code Compliance Special Magistrate heard three cases. She ordered the owner of 710 Jackson Street to pay $154.27 in case costs and clean the property within 30 days, with a $500/day fine if not. She took the sign violation at 101 Huey Street under advisement. She granted the city's request for 309 Gray Avenue, ordering cleanup and derelict trailer removal within 30 days, with $100/day fines.

• Ordered James Jackson to pay $154.27 case costs and clean 710 Jackson Street within 30 days, with $500/day fine if not (passed)
• Took sign violation case at 101 Huey Street under advisement; no decision made
• Granted city request for 309 Gray Avenue: cleanup and derelict trailer removal within 30 days, with $100/day fine if not (passed)
• Approved summary minutes for December 3, 2024 meeting (passed)

LPA

The Planning & Zoning Board, acting as the Local Planning Agency, will consider a small-scale comprehensive plan amendment to change the future land use designation of a 7.121-acre parcel at 7202 Marsh Bend Trail from Commercial (Sumter County) to Commercial (City of Wildwood). The request is accompanied by a rezoning application (RZ 2405-001, Ordinance O2025-6). Staff recommends approval. The board will also approve minutes from the February 4, 2025 meeting.

• CP 2405-001: Future Land Use Map amendment for parcel K09A010, 7202 Marsh Bend Trail, 7.121 acres, from Commercial (Sumter County) to Commercial (City of Wildwood)
• Rezoning request RZ 2405-001 (Ordinance O2025-6) accompanies the amendment
• Staff recommends approval
• Approval of minutes from February 4, 2025 regular meeting

The Planning & Zoning Board, acting as the Local Planning Agency, approved the minutes from the February 4, 2025 meeting. The board recommended favorable approval of a Small-Scale Comprehensive Plan Amendment for 7202 Marsh Bend Trail, changing the Future Land Use Map designation from Commercial (Sumter County) to Commercial (City of Wildwood) for a 7.121-acre parcel. The recommendation is conditioned on conducting environmental surveys and will go to the City Commission for final decision.

• Approved minutes of February 4, 2025 meeting (passed)
• Recommended approval of CP 2405-001 for 7202 Marsh Bend Trail, conditioned on environmental surveys (passed)

Planning and Zoning Board

The Wildwood Planning and Zoning Board will hear four land-use items at its March 4 meeting. Staff recommends approval for a zoning map amendment, a new Dollar Tree store, and two subdivision plats. No substantive decisions are scheduled; the board will only consider recommendations.

• RZ 2405-001: Zoning map amendment for 7.121 acres at 7202 Marsh Bend Trail from RR5C to C-3
• SP 2408-002: 9,977 SF Dollar Tree building with 42 parking spaces at Twisted Oaks
• PLAT 2409-001: Roadway connection between US 301 and CR 472 for Oxford Crossing
• PLAT 2409-007: Final plat for Triumph South Subdivision with 79 lots on 19.32 acres

The Planning and Zoning Board, acting through Special Magistrate Holt, recommended favorable approval for four items: a zoning change, a Dollar Tree site plan, and two plats. All recommendations will go to the City Commission for final determination. No items were denied or tabled.

• Recommended approval of zoning change at 7202 Marsh Bend Trail from RR5C to C-3 (passed)
• Recommended approval of Dollar Tree at Twisted Oaks site plan (9,977 SF, 42 parking spaces) (passed)
• Recommended approval of Oxford Crossing Commercial Road Improvement Plan, contingent on Performance Bond (passed)
• Recommended approval of Triumph South Ph 2 Final Plat (79 lots, 6 tracts) (passed)

Charter Review Committee

The Wildwood Charter Review Committee meets to discuss procedural items and begin reviewing Articles III and IV of the city charter. No substantive decisions are listed on this agenda.

The committee discussed switching from at-large to district-based elections, including a four-district plus at-large mayor model, but took no formal action. They agreed to research legal implications of residency requirements and to consult the Supervisor of Elections on redistricting costs. No Charter amendments were made; the meeting was procedural and discussion-focused.

• Approved January 6, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Agreed to seek Supervisor of Elections input on redistricting feasibility and costs
• Agreed to have City Attorney research residency requirements for commission candidates and mayor
• Concluded no Charter amendments needed for special meeting notice procedures
• Adjourned at 7 PM (4-0)

City Commission

The Wildwood City Commission is holding a workshop to discuss the FY24 end-of-year financial report. This is the only substantive item on the agenda; the rest is procedural. No votes or decisions are listed.

• FY24 end-of-year financial report discussion

The Wildwood City Commission held a workshop on March 3, 2025, discussing the FY24 End of Year Financial Report and a proposal to join the Lake County League of Cities. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was informational, with recommendations made for future action.

• Discussed FY24 financial report; no formal action taken
• Heard recommendation to transfer $2M from General Fund to wastewater treatment plant project
• Heard recommendation to move R12 Pump Station project to capital project fund
• Heard recommendation to de-obligate $600,000 from SR44 Force Main project
• Discussed joining Lake County League of Cities; no decision made

General

The Wildwood Community Redevelopment Agency will hold a regular meeting on February 24, 2025, at City Hall Commission Chamber. The agenda includes swearing in staff and public speakers, approving minutes from the November 25, 2024 meeting, and considering a facade match grant reimbursement.

• Facade match grant reimbursement for Maxson Tax Services at 315 N. Main Street in the amount of $2,180.00
• Approval of minutes from the November 25, 2024 CRA meeting

The Wildwood Community Redevelopment Agency approved a $2,180 facade match grant reimbursement for Maxson Tax Services at 315 N. Main Street, covering 50% of the $4,360 cost for a new awning and structural engineering. The board also unanimously approved the minutes from the November 25, 2024 meeting. No other substantive business was conducted.

• Approved $2,180 facade grant reimbursement for Maxson Tax Services (unanimous)
• Approved November 25, 2024 CRA meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Commission

The City Commission will vote on establishing Village Community Development District No. 16 and the annexation of 8 acres at CR 507 and Warm Springs Ave. The body will also hold first readings for a 276-unit residential development amendment and a mobile home park rezoning.

• Annexation of approximately 8 acres at the northeast corner of CR 507 and Warm Springs Ave
• Planned Development Amendment for Densan Park involving 276 residential units on 85.13 acres
• CR 501 WTP Iron Filter Project change order for a deduction of $1,006,872.42
• Replacement pump for Lakeside Landings Lift Station for $27,445.00
• Wastewater Treatment Facility emergency backup generator rental invoice for $24,570.00

Project Review Committee

The Wildwood Project Review Committee will consider three development proposals: a road connecting US 301 and CR 472, a 79-lot subdivision, and a Dollar Tree store. Staff recommends approval for each, subject to conditions. The meeting also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Plat 2409-001: Oxford Crossing road connecting US 301 and CR 472, contingent on performance bond
• Plat 2409-007: Triumph South Ph 2 final plat, 79 lots and 6 tracts on 19.32 acres
• SP 2408-002: Dollar Tree at Twisted Oaks, 9,977 SF building with 42 parking spaces
• Approval of January 14, 2025 meeting minutes

The Project Review Committee approved three items, all with contingencies: the Oxford Crossing Commercial Road Improvement Plan, the Triumph South Phase 2 Final Plat, and the Dollar Tree at Twisted Oaks site plan. Each approval was subject to resolution of outstanding comments, including city attorney review and utility department comments. The committee also approved the January 14, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Approved Oxford Crossing Commercial Road Improvement Plan, contingent on resolution of performance bond comment (5-0)
• Approved Triumph South Ph 2 Final Plat (79 lots, 6 tracts), contingent on resolution of city attorney comments (5-0)
• Approved Dollar Tree at Twisted Oaks site plan (9,977 SF building, 42 parking spaces), contingent on resolution of city attorney and utility comments (5-0)
• Approved January 14, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Commission

The City Commission will review several requests to change land use designations and zoning for various parcels, including residential and commercial projects. The body will also vote on infrastructure spending and a potential police salary increase.

• Pavement rejuvenation services funding up to $1,007,884.80
• Water meter purchase for change-out program for $122,291.76
• Main Street parking garage payment #10 for $121,930.36
• Zoning and land use amendments for Oxford Professional Plaza, Megan Stover Storage, and others
• First reading for voluntary annexation of 8 acres at CR 507 and Warm Springs Ave

Code Compliance

The City of Wildwood Code Enforcement board will meet to review a request for a reduction of fines. The board will also swear in city staff and review the code enforcement process.

• Request for reduction of fines for Case# 1512-0081 at 215 Pitt Street (Parcel G06B118)

The Special Magistrate approved the minutes from the January 7, 2025 meeting. In old business, the city requested a reduction of fines for Case #1512-0081 (215 Pitt Street) after the property was brought into compliance. The magistrate found the property in compliance and ordered the respondent to pay $202.50 in case costs, recommending fines be reduced from $109,050.00 to $1,000.00, with 90 days to pay. No new business was discussed.

• Approved summary minutes for January 7, 2025 meeting
• Reduced fines from $109,050.00 to $1,000.00 for Case #1512-0081 (215 Pitt Street)
• Ordered respondent to pay $202.50 in case costs within 90 days

LPA

The Planning & Zoning Board is meeting as the Local Planning Agency to review a land use map amendment. The board will consider a request to change the designation of 0.59 acres to allow for a mobile home park.

• CP 2412-001 HEU Wildwood: Proposed land use change from Rural Residential to Mobile Home Park for parcels G16A002, G16A008, G16A011, and G16DA003

Planning and Zoning Board

The Wildwood Planning and Zoning Board will review four zoning map amendments and two planned development amendments at this meeting. Items include requests to change zoning for four parcels totaling 0.59 acres and updates to two residential developments. Staff and the Project Review Committee recommend approval for all items.

• RZ 2412-001 HEU Wildwood: Zoning change from RPUD to MHP for parcels G16A002, G16A008, G16A011, & G16DA003 (0.59 acres)
• PD 2406-001 Densan Park Planned Development Amendment: Update to 276 residential units on 85.13 acres
• SP 2310-002 Hydrologic Wildwood: 32,200 sq ft commercial building with warehouse and retail space on 5.06 acres
• SP 2412-002 VOSO PH XXXI JKL Master Plan: Residential and nonresidential plan up to 3,500 units on 968.479 acres

The Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval of four items: a zoning map amendment for HEU Wildwood, a Planned Development amendment for Densan Park adding 37 units, a site plan for a 32,200-square-foot commercial building contingent on utility comments, and a master plan for up to 3,500 dwelling units. All recommendations were made by Special Magistrate Holt with no seconder, and no public comments were offered. The board also approved the January 7, 2025, meeting minutes.

• Approved January 7, 2025, meeting minutes (1-0)
• Recommended approval of RZ 2412-001 HEU Wildwood zoning change from RPUD to MHP (1-0)
• Recommended approval of PD 2406-001 Densan Park amendment adding 37 units (276 total) (1-0)
• Recommended approval of SP 2310-002 Hydrologic Wildwood commercial building, contingent on utility comments (1-0)
• Recommended approval of SP 2412-002 VOSO PH XXXI JKL Master Plan for up to 3,500 dwelling units (1-0)

City Commission

The Wildwood City Commission is holding a workshop to discuss three items: an update on the downtown master plan trash compactor, a request from Wildwood Country Resort for annexation and waiver of application fees, and the renewal of the city manager's contract. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Downtown Master Plan trash compactor update
• Wildwood Country Resort annexation request
• Application fees waiver request for Wildwood Country Resort
• City Manager contract renewal discussion

The Wildwood City Commission held a workshop and agreed by consent to renew City Manager Jason McHugh's contract, increasing his salary to $212,000, extending severance from 3 to 5 months, and adding an annual review provision. A formal contract will be brought back for approval at a future meeting. The commission also discussed a downtown trash compactor project, an annexation request from Wildwood Country Resort, and directed staff to explore options on both issues. No formal votes were taken on these items.

• Agreed to renew City Manager contract with salary increase to $212,000 and extended severance (consent)
• Directed City Manager to explore annexation options for Wildwood Country Resort and report back
• Directed City Manager to look into store employee parking near new parking garage
• Directed City Manager to explore road taxing district for infrastructure funding

City Commission

The Wildwood City Commission will meet to discuss and vote on various land use amendments, rezonings, and annexations, including the Wildwood III Planned Development on 55.73 acres. The agenda also features a $35,558.00 expenditure for a chemical storage tank replacement at the CR 501 Water Treatment Plant and a payment application of $169,769.77 for Huey Street improvements. Additionally, commissioners will review first readings of multiple ordinances and resolutions concerning surplus equipment and a legislative appropriation request for the Water Reclamation Facility.

• Chemical storage tank replacement for the CR 501 Water Treatment Plant in the amount of $35,558.00
• Ordinance No. O2024-72 for the Wildwood III Planned Development on approximately 55.73 acres with up to 350 dwelling units
• Voluntary annexation of 2.5 acres at 4415 CR 504 (Wieckhorst property)
• Huey Street Improvements Project payment application 7 in the amount of $169,769.77
• Change Order No. 1 for Rotor and Shaft Replacement Project in the amount of $39,965.25

The City Commission unanimously approved the 11th amendment to the 163 agreement for The Villages of Southern Oaks, adding 9.75 acres to the project. Several other items were approved, including rezoning and annexation ordinances for the Floeter House, Wildwood III, Wieckhorst, and Johary properties. The commission also approved resolutions for IT surplus disposal and a legislative appropriation request for the water reclamation facility, plus a pay application and change order for infrastructure projects.

• Approved 11th amendment to Villages of Southern Oaks 163 agreement (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance O2024-81 for Floeter House land use change (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance O2024-82 for Floeter House rezoning (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance O2024-72 for Wildwood III planned development (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance O2024-94 for Wieckhorst annexation (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance O2024-95 for Johary Real Estate annexation (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R2025-7 for water reclamation facility appropriation request (unanimous)
• Approved Huey Street pay application #7 for $169,769.77 (unanimous)

Project Review Committee

The Project Review Committee will consider several commercial and residential development requests. The body is reviewing a large-scale master plan and various site plans for approval or recommendation.

• SP 2310-002: 32,200-square-foot commercial building with warehouse and retail on Parcel G15-012
• SP 2406-002: 4,853 sq. ft. 7-Eleven with eight gas pumps and a car wash on Parcel G30G001
• SP 2412-002: Master plan for up to 3,500 dwelling units and nonresidential areas on 968.479 acres
• PD 2406-001: Planned Development Amendment for 276 residential units on 85.13 acres at Densan Park - Phase 2
• PLATM 2409-003: Modification to Twisted Oaks Improvement Plan to add a 6-inch water main along Access Road North

The Project Review Committee approved all five items on the agenda, including a 32,200 sq ft commercial building, a 7-Eleven with gas pumps and car wash, a master plan for up to 3,500 residential units, a Densan Park phase amendment increasing units to 276, and a water main modification. All votes were 4-0. The Densan Park approval was contingent on staff cleaning up language in the transportation section.

• Approved SP 2310-002 Hydrologic Wildwood commercial building with contingencies (4-0)
• Approved SP 2406-002 7-Eleven Wildwood Store #42388 (4-0)
• Approved SP 2412-002 VOSO PH XXXI JKL Master Plan (4-0)
• Approved PD 2406-001 Densan Park Phase 2 amendment, increasing units to 276 (4-0)
• Approved PLATM 2409-003 Twisted Oaks Mod water main addition (4-0)

City Commission

The Wildwood City Commission will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on a Waste Management rate increase, several voluntary annexations, and first readings of ordinances for a planned development and land use changes. The consent agenda includes multiple final plats and budgeted financial items, and the commission will also consider resolutions and various contracts.

• Ordinance O2024-91: Waste Management rate update for solid waste and recycling services
• Annexation of 4.82 acres (Kylie) and 2.5 acres (Wieckhorst) and 2 acres (Johary Real Estate Services)
• First reading of Wildwood III Planned Development (55.73 acres, up to 350 dwelling units)
• Contracts: $277,388 manhole rehab, $235,508 generator replacement, $107,730 generator rental
• Resolution to adopt 2024 Utility System Master Plan

The City Commission unanimously approved a residential solid waste rate increase from $21.25 to $21.83 per month, citing higher third-party disposal costs. The commission also approved several plats, utility contracts, and resolutions, including the 2024 Utility System Master Plan and appointments to the MPO board. No items were removed from the consent agenda, and all votes were unanimous.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 02024-91 increasing residential waste rates by $0.58 to $21.83/month (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including 13 final plats and 5 budgeted financial items (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 02024-83 annexing 4.82 acres west of CR 134 and E CR 462 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R2025-1 adopting the 2024 Utility System Master Plan (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R2025-2 adding Policy 8.33 on employee notary services (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R2025-3 authorizing interlocal agreement for MPO board rotation (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R2025-4 appointing Elliott and Flores to MPO board (5-0)
• Approved $84,841.80 pay app for Continental WWTF decommissioning and SR 44 Force Main (5-0)

Code Compliance

The Wildwood Code Compliance Commission will hear updates on three unresolved property violations during its January 7 meeting. The body will also receive an overview of the code enforcement process and swear in new city staff. No new violations or penalties are scheduled for a vote.

• Case #2309-0003: Theresa and Thordis Williams at 305 Mill Street cited for exterior maintenance and unsafe structure violations
• Case #2402-0005: Annie Louise, Edward, Junius, and Raydon Barkley at 210 Orange Street cited for exterior maintenance, unsafe structure, and family cottage ordinance violations
• Case #24-0047: Lisa Stokes at 103 Lemon Street cited for junk/debris and derelict motor vehicle violations

The Wildwood Code Enforcement Special Magistrate approved the December 3, 2024 minutes and continued two old cases. A new case at 103 Lemon Street was ordered into compliance within 30 days, with a $100 per day fine if not corrected. No other new decisions were made.

• Approved December 3, 2024 summary minutes
• Continued Case #2309-0003 (305 Mill Street) for 90 days for repairs
• Continued Case #2402-0005 (210 Orange Street) to next month for inspections
• Issued Order of Enforcement for Case #24-0047 (103 Lemon Street) with 30-day compliance and $100/day fine

LPA

The Wildwood Planning & Zoning Board, sitting as the Local Planning Agency, will hear five small-scale Future Land Use Map amendments at this meeting. Staff reports recommend approval on all five proposals, which would re-designate parcels for mixed-use, commercial, age-restricted, or residential development.

• CP 2410-002 Kylie: change 4.82-acre parcel G05-258 from Rural Residential to Residential Mixed Use
• CP 2410-004 Oxford Professional Plaza: change 3.63-acre parcel D20-050 from Agricultural to Commercial
• CP 2411-001 VOSO 11th Amendment SSCP: change 9.745-acre parcel G16-005 & portion of G16-100 from Rural Residential to Age Restricted Development Mixed Use
• CP 2411-002 Megan Stover Storage: change 2-acre parcel G15D009 from Commercial to Central Mixed Use
• CP 2412-002 Wieckhorst: change 2.5-acre parcel G29A239 from Agricultural to Estate Residential

The Wildwood Planning & Zoning Board, acting as the Local Planning Agency, recommended approval of all five small-scale comprehensive plan amendments on the agenda. Each amendment changes a property's future land use designation, and all were approved unanimously by Special Magistrate Holt. No items were denied or tabled.

• Recommended approval of CP 2410-002 Kylie, changing 4.82 acres from Rural Residential (Sumter County) to Residential Mixed Use (City)
• Recommended approval of CP 2410-004 Oxford Professional Plaza, changing 3.63 acres from Agricultural (Sumter County) to Commercial (City)
• Recommended approval of CP 2411-001 VOSO 11th Amendment SSCP, changing 9.745 acres from Rural Residential (County) to Age Restricted Development Mixed Use (City)
• Recommended approval of CP 2411-002 Megan Stover Storage, changing 2 acres from Commercial (City) to Central Mixed Use (City)
• Recommended approval of CP 2412-002 Wieckhorst, changing 2.5 acres from Agricultural (Sumter County) to Estate Residential (City)

Planning and Zoning Board

The Wildwood Planning and Zoning Board will consider five zoning map amendments and two site plan applications. Staff recommends approval for all rezoning requests. The board will also review a church construction project and a bank office building.

• Rezone 4.82 acres (Parcel G05-258) from RR5 to RMU
• Rezone 3.63 acres (Parcel D20-050) from CL to C-2
• Rezone 9.745 acres (Parcels G16-005, G16-100) from RR5C/RPUD to ARD
• Rezone 2 acres (Parcel G15D009) from C-3 to CC
• Site plan for 10,000 SF church on 6.72 acres (Parcel D33-020)

The Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval of all seven items on the agenda, including five rezoning requests and two site plans. All votes were unanimous, with Special Magistrate Holt as the sole mover and no seconders recorded. One site plan (Freedom Fellowship Church) was recommended with contingencies related to utility easement and performance surety.

• Approved summary minutes for Dec 3, 2024 meeting
• Recommended approval of RZ 2410-002 Kylie (RR5 to RMU, 4.82 acres)
• Recommended approval of RZ 2410-004 Oxford Professional Plaza (CL to C-2, 3.63 acres)
• Recommended approval of RZ 2411-001 VOSO 11th Amendment Rezoning (RR5C & RPUD to ARD, 9.745 acres)
• Recommended approval of RZ 2411-002 Megan Stover Storage (C-3 to CC, 2 acres)
• Recommended approval of RZ 2412-002 Wieckhorst (RR1 to ER, 2.5 acres)
• Recommended approval with contingencies of SP 2204-004 Freedom Fellowship Church (10,000 SF church)
• Recommended approval of SP 2408-008 Citizens First Bank Office Building (20,000 SF office, 85 parking spaces)

City Commission

The Wildwood City Commission will hold a special meeting to consider awarding a contract for the Millennium Park Phase 1 & 2 Project based on an appeal to the commission. The meeting is procedural with no ordinance votes, but includes a public hearing and potential contract approval.

• MILLENNIUM PARK PHASE 1 & 2 PROJECT - RECOMMENDATION FOR AWARD ITB #2024-30 - APPEAL TO THE CITY COMMISSION

Charter Review Committee

The Wildwood Charter Review Committee is meeting to approve minutes from its November 18, 2024 meeting, set a meeting schedule, and begin reviewing the city charter, starting with Articles I and II and moving into Article III. This is a working session focused on charter provisions, not a final decision-making meeting.

• Approval of November 18, 2024 meeting minutes
• Proposed meeting schedule for the committee
• Review of Article I and Article II of the City Charter
• Begin review of Article III of the City Charter

The Wildwood Charter Review Committee approved the minutes from its November 18, 2024 meeting and adopted a meeting schedule running from March 2025 through February 2026, with a target to complete work by early 2026. The committee began reviewing Article III of the City Charter, discussing a possible shift from at-large to district-based commission elections, but made no final decision. It agreed to gather community feedback and consider districting options, with Commissioner Elliott offering to contact the Supervisor of Elections for maps. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved November 18, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Adopted meeting schedule: Mar 3, Apr 7, May 5, Jun 2, Aug 4, Sep 8, Oct 6, Nov 3, 2025; Jan 5, Feb 2, 2026
• Agreed to continue review of Article III (commission composition) with no action taken
• Commissioner Elliott to contact Supervisor of Elections for district maps (discussed, not voted)