City Council Meeting

Joe Meek, Mayor Robert Holmes, Vice Mayor/Council Seat #5 Gabrielle Satchell, Council Seat #1 Cindi Frink, Council Seat #2 Chris Ensing, Council Seat #3 Audra Curts-Whann, City Manager Rob Batsel, City Attorney Mia Fink, City Clerk Agenda Crystal River City Council Meeting Regular Meeting Agenda Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 5:30 PM Citrus County Welcome Center 1. CALL TO ORDER A. Roll Call B. Invocation C. Pledge of Allegiance D. Recognition of Elected Officials in Attendance 2. ADOPTION OF AGENDA NOTICE TO PUBLIC Any person who decides to appeal any decision of the Governing Body with respect to any matter considered at this meeting will need a record of the proceedings and for such purpose may need to provide that a verbatim record of the proceeding is made, which record includes testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. (Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes) Any person requiring reasonable accommodation at this meeting because of a disability or physical impairment should contact the City of Crystal River, City Manager's Office, 123 N.W. Highway 19, Crystal River, Florida, 34428 (352) 795-4216, at least two (2) days before the meeting. GENERAL MEETING PROCEDURES 1. In consideration of others, we ask that you follow a few basic rules: A. Please turn cell phones off, or place on vibrate. If you must make a call, please step out into the hallway. B. If you must speak to someone in the audience, please speak softly or go out into the hallway. C. Personal comments/remarks, directed to Council or the public, are not allowed and are considered out of order. 2. Public Comment: A. The general public will be allowed three (3) minutes to speak during the Public Input section at the beginning of the meeting and five (5) minutes to speak during the Public Input section at the end of the meeting. 3. PRESENTATIONS A. Crystal River Fire Department Check Presentation 4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 5. PUBLIC INPUT 6. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA A. Motion to approve minutes of the City Council meeting held May 12, 2025 B. Monthly Departmental Report Summary for the month of April 7. PUBLIC HEARING 8. INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES A. Introduction of Ordinance 25-O-06 (Application No. PCA25-0001) for an amendment of the Future Land Use Map for 7.44 acres addressed as a portion of 77 and 61 S Suncoast Blvd, owned by RIF 304, LLC, on First Reading, and set the public hearing for June 9, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. This item is associated with the next item. B. Introduction of Ordinance 25-O-07 (Application No. PZM25-0001) for an amendment of the Official Zoning Map for 7.44 acres addressed as a portion of 77 and 61 S Suncoast Blvd, owned by RIF 304, LLC, on First Reading, and set the public hearing for June 9, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. This item is associated with the previous item. (Three Minute Time Limit) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CRYSTAL RIVER, FLORIDA, PROVIDING FOR A SMALL-SCALE AMENDMENT TO THE FUTURE LAND USE MAP OF THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN BY RECLASSIFYING A PORTION OF PROPERTY (7.44 ACRES MOL) LYING IN SECTION 34, TOWNSHIP 18 SOUTH, RANGE 17 EAST AND SECTION 03, TOWNSHIP SOUTH 19, RANGE 17 EAST, SPECIFICALLY A PORTION OF PARCEL ID 17E18S34 22200 (ALT KEY: 1102138) AND A PORTION OF PARCEL ID 17E19S03 10000 (ALT KEY: 1113512) AS IDENTIFIED IN THE RECORDS OF THE CITRUS COUNTY PROPERTY APPRAISER AND OWNED BY RIF 304 LLC FROM CONSERVATION TO URBAN CENTER LAND USE CATEGORY; PROVIDING FOR REPEAL OF CONFLICTING ORDINANCES; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CRYSTAL RIVER, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF CRYSTAL RIVER BY REZONING A PORTION OF PROPERTY (7.44 ACRES MOL) LYING IN SECTION 34, TOWNSHIP 18 SOUTH, RANGE 17 EAST AND SECTION 03, TOWNSHIP SOUTH 19, RANGE 17 EAST, SPECIFICALLY A PORTION OF PARCEL ID 17E18S34 22200 (ALT KEY: 1102138) AND A PORTION OF PARCEL ID 17E19S03 10000 (ALT KEY: 1113512) AS IDENTIFIED IN THE RECORDS OF THE CITRUS COUNTY PROPERTY APPRAISER AND OWNED BY RIF 304 LLC FROM CONSERVATION TO URBAN CENTER 1 ZONING DISTRICT; PROVIDING FOR REPEAL OF CONFLICTING ORDINANCES; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 9. CITY ATTORNEY A. Motion to approve settlement agreement between City of Crystal River and 579 US Highway 19, LLC B. Riverwalk update 10. CITY MANAGER A. Motion to approve Amendment No. 1 to the existing Pre-Design and Programming Services for the Crystal River Government Complex Phase 1 with Monarch Design Group at an additional lump sum cost of $20,000 B. Motion to authorize the Mayor to execute a Florida Housing Finance Corporation "Local Government Area of Opportunity Funding Form" and reallocate a previous loan commitment made to HTG Hidden Lake, LLC, in the amount of $340,000.00 for the Fountains at Hidden Lake Phase II affordable housing development C. Motion to approve and authorize the Mayor to execute "Continuing Services Agreement Between Owner and Construction Manager" for the provision of Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) Services by two previously selected firms (A.D. Morgan Corporation and Scorpio) D. Purchasing Policy Discussion 11. CITY COUNCIL 12. COUNCIL MEMBER AND COMMITTEE REPORTS 13. PUBLIC INPUT 14. ADJOURNMENT A. Mayor Meek B. Vice Mayor Holmes C. Council member Satchell D. Council member Frink E. Council member Ensing (Five Minute Time Limit) Meeting Date: May 27, 2025 Agenda Item Number: 3.A. CRYSTAL RIVER CITY COUNCIL MEETING Agenda Item Summary Requested Motion: Crystal River Fire Department Check Presentation Meeting Date: May 27, 2025 Agenda Item Number: 6.A. CRYSTAL RIVER CITY COUNCIL MEETING Agenda Item Summary Requested Motion: Motion to approve minutes of the City Council meeting held May 12, 2025 ATTACHMENTS: Description 5.12.25 Minutes.pdf Minutes Crystal River City Council Regular Council Meeting Monday, April 28th, 2025 5:30 p.m. Citrus County Welcome Center 915 N. Suncoast Blvd. 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Meek called the meeting to order at 5:31 p.m. Council members present: Mayor Meek, Vice Mayor Robert Holmes, Council member Cindi Frink, Council member Gabrielle Satchell Council members absent: Council member Chris Ensing Staff present: City Manager Audra Curts-Whann, City Attorney Rob Batsel, City Clerk Mia Fink, Community Engagement Director Leslie Bollin, Human Resources Director Mary Helprin, Finance Director Michelle Russell-Maynard, Public Works Director Troy Slattery, Growth Management Director Carly Hanson, Growth Management Assistant Director Heather Lacey, Fire Chief Frank Melillo, Station Coordinator Frank Davide Vice Mayor Holmes led the invocation and Mayor Meek led the Pledge of Allegiance. 2. ADOPTION OF AGENDA Mayor Meek requested the agenda be amended to combine item 11A with item 9A. Motion to adopt the agenda as amended was made by Council member Frink; seconded by Council member Satchell. Motion carried 4-0. 3. PRESENTATIONS A. Safe Boating Week Proclamation Mayor Meek presented the proclamation and Linda R. Jones, Past Division Commander, USCG Auxiliary - Div. 15 discussed the annual event and development of new station at Barge Canal. B. 2024 Crystal River Annual Tourism Report Citrus County Tourism Director Auvis Cole presented to Council and discussed proposed legislation that may effect TDC funding. He also addressed questions regarding proposed legislation and impact of certain local resort closures on tourism revenues. 4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A. Motion to approve modifications to the Human Resource Policy Manual dated May 1, 2025 City Manager Curts introduced the item, previously brought forth on consent agenda at the April 28, 2025 Council meeting. Motion to approve modifications to the Human Resource Policy Manual dated May 1, 2025 was made by Council member Frink; seconded by Vice Mayor Holmes. Motion carried 4-0. 5. PUBLIC INPUT Brooklyn Norman-Hunter Springs Kayaks-Crystal River- Discussed post-meeting interaction with a Council member in response to her public comments made during previous Council meeting. Matters related to Kings Bay Park facilities, including improvement project and paddle craft franchise program were discussed. Concerns related to post-meeting interaction and first amendment rights were also discussed. Charlie Kish- Crystal River- Discussed concerns related to boat lift construction in canal near residence, related safety concerns and requested letter from City submitted to Army Corps of Engineers. He also requested that staff expand the notification radius related to the project. Dave Perry- Hunter Springs Kayaks- Discussed interaction previously referenced by Ms. Norman, response and potential options to remedy. Council member Frink addressed Ms. Norman and Mr. Perry’s comments related to post-meeting interaction, discussing Kings Bay Park Master Plan project, facilities and paddle craft franchise program operated from the park, as well as local government administration. Mayor Meek, Council member Satchell and Council member Holmes addressed Mr. Kish’s comments and request, as well as public input received from Ms. Norman and Mr. Perry. 6. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA A. Motion to approve minutes of the City Council meeting held April 28, 2025 B. Motion to approve minutes of the Budget Workshop held April 30, 2025 C. Motion to approve a road closure for the 2025 4th of July Celebration Motion to approve the consent agenda was made by Council member Satchell; seconded by Vice Mayor Holmes. Motion carried 4-0. 7. PUBLIC HEARING 8. INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES 9. CITY ATTORNEY A. 579 US Highway 19, LLC Property Update/ 11A. Discussion regarding property located 579 U.S. Highway 19 and consideration of motion to proceed with foreclosure and demolition City Attorney Hartley provided an update regarding 579 US Hwy 19, LLC property, noting status of draft developer’s agreement (currently being negotiated, with draft to be provided to Council). Mayor Meek introduced the item, providing background information regarding the parcel and efforts to address the blighted property, noting the previously commenced demolition project, and emergency meeting held in January during which Council authorized staff to proceed with Developer’s Agreement negotiations with potential owner/developer. He proposed proceeding with foreclosure and demolition in the event that an agreement cannot be finalized and brought before Council for approval at the next meeting. City Attorney Batsel provided a status update regarding agreement negotiations, noting multiple parties involved and contingencies related to the potential purchase of the property for redevelopment. project update, including the status of SHPO confirmation letter, permitting submission package and outstanding easement agreements. He suggested scheduling a meeting with himself, Ms. Curts, Mayor Meek, Mr. O’Hanrahan and Mr. Reeves to finalize agreement. Consensus was reached by Council to schedule the meeting for finalization of an agreement to be brought back for Council approval at the May 27, 2025 Council meeting. B. Riverwalk Update City Attorney provided an update regarding the project, noting pending SHPO confirmation, permitting package submission, and outstanding easement agreements. He also confirmed CMAR agreements were ready. Vice Mayor Holmes discussed the NW 3rd Avenue boat ramp relocation and Fort Island Trail Boat Ramp expansion project, which the County and City included with their legislative priorities. 10. CITY MANAGER A. Motion to adopt Resolution No. 25-R-15 and approve a sole-source purchase in the amount of $34,590.18 from Aquaworx for replacement of Splashpad control station City Manager Curts presented the item, noting need to expedite project for upcoming summer season. She also discussed future options for upgrading the system for resiliency purposes, confirming an agreement for such engineering services will be brought back at a future Council meeting. Assistant City Manager/Public Works Director Troy Slattery confirmed 6 week timeline. Motion to adopt Resolution No. 25-R-15 and approve a sole-source purchase in the amount of $34,590.18 from Aquaworx for replacement of Splashpad control station was made by Vice Mayor Holmes; seconded by Council member Satchell. Motion carried 4-0. City Manager Curts also provided a status update regarding the EPA grant funding for the Secondary Well Relocation project, noting cost share waiver granted by the agency. 11. CITY COUNCIL A. Discussion regarding property located 579 U.S. Highway 19 and consideration of motion to proceed with foreclosure and demolition Item was combined with item 9A 12. COUCIL MEMBER AND COMMITTEE REPORTS A. Mayor Meek recognized Chris Evan, of Citrus Conty EOC, which confirmed upcoming All Hazards Expo scheduled for 06/14/25 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. B. Vice Mayor Holmes read Article III of the City Charter (including portions of Section 3.08 “Limitations”, item C “Interference with Administration” and Section 3.09 “City Council, Rules, Quorum Committees and Meetings”), noting changes observed. C. Council Member Satchell thanked Robert and confirmed TDC and Library Board meetings upcoming. D. Council member Frink offered apology to Ms. Norman. E. Council Member Ensing Further discussion was held regarding pending legislation reallocation of TDC funding and potential utilization of TDC funding for springs restoration projects. 13. PUBLIC INPUT Brooklyn Norman- Hunter Springs Kayaks- Thanked Council member Frink. Gerry Mulligan- Crystal River- Discussed request for $25,000 funding match for Three Sisters Springs planned improvement project (two viewing platforms), as part of management agreement. He discussed the status of the project (design complete), noting total project cost. Mindi Hastings- Crystal River- Inquired about 579 US Highway 19, LLC and purchase contingencies. Charlie Kish- Crystal River- Discussed resident access to Three Sisters Springs Refuge and associated fees. Mayor Meek spoke in support of $25,000 funding request, Vice Mayor Holmes discussed resident entry for Three Sisters Springs Refuge and Council member Frink confirmed fees would be discussed at upcoming workshop. City Manager Curts confirmed that the $25,000 was already included in the FY26 C.I.P. budget. 14. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Meek adjourned the meeting at 7:11 p.m. Meeting Date: May 27, 2025 Agenda Item Number: 6.B. CRYSTAL RIVER CITY COUNCIL MEETING Agenda Item Summary Requested Motion: Monthly Departmental Report Summary for the month of April ATTACHMENTS: Description 2025 Summary Report- April.docx * Further details are listed in the full departmental reports. Departmental Monthly Report Summary April 2025 THE CITY CLERK’S OFFICE During the month of April, the office clerked 3 public meetings, coordinating the agenda and drafting 9 agenda items. The Clerk’s office also facilitated 13 public records requests and performed 25 notarizations on various legal documents. Recording items included 14 Utility lien releases, 1 utility lien, 1 Indian Waters Easement, and 1 agreement. Ongoing responsibilities include grant coordination/reporting, audio/visual equipment operations/coordination, budget- related obligations, scheduling for City Manager, Riverwalk permitting and easement coordination/processing, records management duties including facilitation of public records requests, ordinance and resolution drafting, with instructions for administration/implementation, procedural information, etc. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT In April, the department coordinated and executed a ribbon cutting for the NW 1st Avenue parking lot project and hosted First Friday. Citrus Space Makers contacted the City about making a personalized table for us to help replace some of the items lost in the floods. They were gracious enough to offer us the table, time, and materials for this unique piece with the river inlaid at no cost. The department is spearheading the signage project for our temporary location, and we hope to award that project in May. We coordinated with Crystal River Main Street on an Earth Day cleanup downtown. Planning continues for the Copeland Park ribbon cutting, 4 th of July, an employee picnic, and First Friday. THREE SISTERS SPRINGS Three Sisters Springs had a total of 3,735 visitors for the month of April. Fiscal year 24’ March had a total of 3,684 visitors. Visitor counts were up 1.4% from the previous year with the largest recorded number of visitors for the month of April since the opening in 2016 with an average of 124.5 people per day. April had above average temperatures with below average precipitation making it warm and muggy. Net revenue for the month totaled $36,225.25. Commissions paid to USFWS totaled $10,805.26. This month on Social Media: Facebook:  Facebook Reach: 132,987  Facebook Views: 61,125  Facebook Content Interactions: 1,055  Facebook Follows: 315  Facebook Visits: 8,394 Instagram:  Instagram Reach: 593  Instagram Views: 5,314  Instagram Content Interactions: 61  Instagram Follows: 330  Instagram Visits: 884 * Further details are listed in the full departmental reports. HR/RISK MANAGEMENT Open Positions Associate Planner – Still interviewing applicants. Intern Program FCCMA Intern Program applicant chosen – Isabella Brennan-Diaz The City’s Application to the Internship Program was approved and the City was selected to receive a $10,000 stipend to provide for a paid internship. Reclassification Kaitlyn Mourgas reclassified from seasonal to regular PT Visitors Specialist Resignations Abagail Johnson – Visitors Specialist Tayna McGee – Park Attendant Employee Headcount Full Time City & Fire – 41 Part Time City – 17 Fire Fighter Volunteer – 15 Fire Fighter/EMT Part Time – 7 Ongoing Items/Upcoming: Upcoming Cyber security training for all City Employees. Human Resources Manual Update, motion to be approved by Council PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT Roads and Streets - Storm ditches cleaned out, heavy emphasis NE and SE Parts of the City. - Road depression repairing ongoing City wide. - Cleaned out storm drainpipes City wide. - Assisted Fire Department in a storage room build. - Tree trimming on going City wide. - Hired a New Maintenance I 03/26/2025 Maksym Shynkaruk - Buoy Rope Installed around Hunter Spring on the west side of the Beach area. - Public works Repaired and replaced the American flags on US 19 Citywide. - Mowing season has started - Preparing for hurricane season. Parks & Park Rangers - Citations written...............................................................................14 - Flow birds pay machines are now operational for parking. Still working out IT issues. - Boats Pumped..................................................................................61 - Gallons Pumped............................................................................3130 Capital Projects * Further details are listed in the full departmental reports. - Paradise Point lift station manifold project. Waiting on final electrical to be installed, scheduled for mid May. (project 95 percent complete) scheduled to be completed by mid to late April - Indian Waters – 2 additional units have started the septic-sewer conversion.49 connected 12 in progress 20 not connected. These numbers include vacant lots that may be constructed. - Kings Bay Park Improvements – In engineering and design phase. In the permitting phase. - Paradise Point Drainage Project – In engineering and design phase. Utilities & US WATER - Addressed sewer backups at: o 674 NE 5th St o 845 N Country Club Dr o 1162 N Country Club Dr o 1065 N Palm Springs Terr - Repaired sewer lateral at: o 1534 NW 17th Ct - Repaired water leak at: o 1841 NW 18th St - Replaced service line and/or new meters at: o 1841 NW 18th St o 130 NE Crystal St o NW 10th St & NW 1st Ave - Repaired RPZ at: o 840 N Citrus Ave - Repaired vacuum valve issues at: o 10030 W Forst Island Trail o 1144-1162 N Country Club Dr - Resolved lift station issues at: o LS 5 o LS 46 o LS W16 o LS 35 o 9255 W Harbor Isle Ct o 9180 W Harbor Isle Ct o 3725 N Suwanee Pt o 3815 N Ringdove Pt - Replaced Omni-site alarm battery at: o LS 43 o LS 44 - Performed preventative lift station maintenance at: o LS 11 o LS 15 o LS 16 o LS 33 o LS 37 o LS 6 o LS 4 o LS 5 o LS 18 o LS 29 - Replaced 4 Fire Hydrants on W Cove Harbor Dr * Further details are listed in the full departmental reports. PLANNING, COMMUNITY SERVICES, & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES PLANNING AND ZONING: A. NEW PENDING PUBLIC HEARING(S) a. PCA25-0002/PZM25-0002 – 563 NE 5 th Street – Michael Muniz of Atwell, LLC, on behalf of Crystal River Church of Christ, has filed an application to amend the land use category and zoning district of 563 NE 5th Street from Civic to Urban Center. This application will be heard before the Planning Commission on June 5, with City Council hearings on July 14 and August 11 at 5:30p. b. PA25-0001 – 4264 N Tallahassee Road – Christine Johnson has filed an application for deannexation of her property 4264 N Tallahassee Road. This application will be heard before the Planning Commission on June 5, with City Council hearings on July 14 and August 11 at 5:30p. c. PSU25-0001 – 404 NE 3rd Street – John Messer, on behalf of GCR Partnership, LLC, has filed an application to allow a Bed and Breakfast as a Conditional Use at 404 NE 3rd Street. This application will be heard before the Planning Commission on June 5. d. PV25-0003 – 2680 N Turkey Oak Drive – Jennifer Grissom, owner of Crystal River KOA Journey, has filed an application for a variance to allow for a 6’ opaque fence along North Turkey Oak Drive and Balloon Trail at the Crystal River KOA. This application will be heard before the Planning Commission on June 5. e. PV25-0004 – 619 NE 7 th Ave – Gabriel Satchell has filed an application for a variance to allow for a 6’ opaque wooden fence. This application will be heard before the Planning Commission on June 5. B. POTENTIAL PROJECT(S) / PERMIT(S) UNDER REVIEW/INVESTMENT: (updates are underlined) 1. Fountains at Hidden Lakes – A 149 Unit “Affordable Apartment” Complex – PB24- 0162 – 10456 W Ashburn Ln – The permit was purchased on May 28, 2024, and construction has commenced. The Developer is using a private provider for building plan review and inspections. This project is anticipated to be completed by the beginning of June. 2. Home2Suites (Hilton) – PB24-0172– 2061 NW 18th St – A new four-story, 75-room hotel located on the corner of State Road 44 and NE 12th Ave. The developer proposes to develop the parcel with a hotel and a future restaurant as part of a second phase that would front SR 44. This permit is ready to issue. 3. Crystal River Mall Redevelopment 1. Crystal River Townhomes – PZ24-0057 – 1801 NW Hwy 19 – Application for Civil Site Plan for seven 8-unit buildings for 56 townhouses with clubhouse and dog park. This permit has been issued. 4. Restaurant (at Port Hotel and Marina) – PB24-0010 - 1508 SE Kings Bay Dr. - Proposed 22,690 sf restaurant. The permit was issued on 11-13-2024, and construction has commenced. 5. Hotel (at Port Hotel and Marina) – PB24-0011 – 1508 SE Kings Bay Dr. – Proposed 85,500 sf (85-room) hotel. This permit has been issued, and construction has commenced. 6. Elliano’s Coffee – PB24-0099 – 1204 NE 5 th St. - 800 S.F. walk-up and drive-through. This permit has been finalized and closed. Elliano’s Coffee is now open! * Further details are listed in the full departmental reports. 7. Jimmy’s Fish Camp Seafood Restaurant – PB23-0019 – 300 S Hwy 19 – A new restaurant (16,781 sf) and outdoor deck (1,707 sf). The Building Permit has been approved and is ready to be issued. The Developer will use a private provider for building plan review and inspections. 8. Microtel – PZ24-0041 –1030 NE 5 th St – A preliminary review of a civil site plan was requested for a new 103 room hotel (10,160 sq. ft.) This application is currently under review. 9. Aldi Grocery Store – PB24-0174 – 1651 SE US Hwy 19 – A Building Permit Application at the current Winn Dixie to demise the existing store into two separate spaces with one becoming an Aldi Grocery Store (26,355 square feet) and the remaining left vacant. This permit was issued. 10. Magnolia Creek – New Commercial Center – PZ24-0048 – 605 NW US Hwy 19 – A Site Development Permit for a new commercial center with two buildings totaling over 107,000 square feet. This permit has been issued. 11. Marine Town Warehouse Addition – PB24-0220 – 2061 NW US Hwy 19 – A 5,000 square foot warehouse addition to Marine Town. This permit has been issued. 12. Crab Plant Deck and Pavilion – PB25-0059 – 201 NW 5th Street – A Building Permit for a 2-story deck and a covered pavilion at the Crab Plant Restaurant. This permit has been issued. 13. Amanda Z Art Studio – PB25-0171 – 215 NE 3 rd Street – A Building Permit for an elevated art studio. This permit is currently under review. C. PRE-APPLICATION MEETINGS a. 1610 N Suncoast Blvd – A pre-application meeting was held on April 2 to discuss the development potential of 1610 N Suncoast Blvd at the corner of US Hwy 19 and Fort Island Trail. b. Take 5 Oil – 563 NE 3 rd Street – A pre-application meeting was held on April 9 to discuss a land use and zoning amendment as well as development permit for a Take 5 Oil proposed to be located at 563 NE 3rd Street. BUSINESS TAX RECEIPTS: Of the 750 renewals for 2025, 582, or 78%, have renewed and hold an active 2025 BTR. BUILDING DEPARTMENT: PERMITS ISSUED: Building 58 Demolition 4 Electrical 9 Fire Alarm/Fire Sprinkler Systems 1 Mechanical 19 Roofing 11 Irrigation System 10 Zoning 1 Total Permits 113 Total Fees $150,352.00 Total Construction Value $12,359,142.30 * Further details are listed in the full departmental reports. INSPECTIONS: CODE ENFORCEMENT: Cases Building 177 Fire 2 Public Works 0 Code 1 Total Inspections 180 FIRE DEPARTMENT Fire Department Activities: During the month of April, the Fire Department received 86 calls for service. An average of 3.57 personnel per call and had an average response time of 5.01 minutes. CRFD attended First Friday. CRFD continued training exercises at the fire house, and a live burn at the Inverness fire training center. The CRFD fire cadet program went live. CRFD responded to 1 vehicle fire, 2 brush fires and provided mutual aid to the county. FINANCE Attached is the monthly report for the Finance Department as of April 2025. This report represents the first seven months for the fiscal year FY2025 – 58.08% of the year has been completed. General Fund Operating Revenues for the fiscal year are running more than budget ($6,423,515.85 – 76.24% vs. 58.08%); this is normal following the receipt of December Ad Valoreum Taxes which are now being received for the year – the largest amount is generally received within the months of December and January. As of this date, we have completed 58.08% of the year; however, we have received 93.18% of this main General Fund revenue source (35.10% more). The state revenues are in line with budget to date. Also, interest earned in our bank accounts continues to exceed the budget due to a change in our interest rate by the bank; it is adjusted each month based on the current prime rate. We have received over $1.1 million within the current year for Idalia claims from FEMA and our insurance company; there are still claims to be paid before the City is made whole from the funds expended for the event. We received slightly more (77.08%) of our budgeted interest revenue ($207,138) for the first seven months of FY2025. Overall, revenue for this seven- month period is good. Operating Expenditures overall are at approximately 35.03% of the budget – 23.005% less than budget. Many departments have paid their annual dues as well as the computer licensing annual costs were paid in October. These one-time annul costs tend to skew the numbers for the first part of the year. Departments continue to plan their operations for the year and encumber funds to better assist with the operations of their department. Projected expenditures for FY 2025 are $18,725,807 or $10,705,225 more than the original budget; this is primarily for the rollforwards approved during the November council meeting including Hurricane Idalia & Helene funding along with the funding for the two new Fire trucks approved during the December council meeting. Open 28 Closed 18 Total 46 * Further details are listed in the full departmental reports. Marketing/Special Events Marketing and Special Events are reported as a Special Revenue Fund; however, the fund is still reflected within the financials under the governmental fund. This fund will always net to zero as a monthly transfer from the General Fund is processed to balance the fund; this is the main revenue source for this fund. The total transfer for the first seven months of the year totaled $124,529. Vendor events fees will be billed to each vendor for utilization of City space and utilities as City Events begin to take off for the year. The City continues to collect vendor sponsorships to assist with the cost of City events. Visitor Services - Kings Bay Paddlecraft Program and Park Enforcement Program Revenues for the year are less than budget ($169,523 – 28.72% vs 58.08%). Both Hurricane Helene and Milton impacted the City parks’ operations due to closure for a few weeks. Also, the parking meters were non-operational until this month. Following Hurricane Idalia, there was concern by the vendor and management this may occur due to the saltwater intrusion. They worked for almost a year and then gradually they all began to fail. The City had ordered new meters; they were delivered and installed the first week of April. The parking meters are one of our main sources of revenues for the parks’ operations. The kayak launch rental fees, our other main source of parks’ revenues were waived for October due to the hurricanes. Unfortunately, two hurricanes back-to- back has significantly impacted the City parks’ revenues for the first half of 2024-2025. Expenditures for the year are less than budget by approximately $250,844 (13.76% – 44.32% less). This is primarily due to the Park Ranger truck purchase of over $40,400. The fund currently reflects a positive net position - $20,725. CIP Revenues in the CIP Fund continue to remain low in comparison to the revenues budgeted (2.47%); this is primarily due to the grant funding for projects totaling almost $10 million which includes City Hall design and demolition which have not begun yet. Both the state revenue and the local option gas tax are in line with the budget for the first seven months of FY2025. Capital expenditures for the first seven months are also less than budget (5.29%). The main spend year-to-date was for some stormwater projects and the Copeland Park Fishing Bridge. Public Works continues the beginning stages of planning the various capital projects for the year. Water/Sewer Operating revenues are slightly less than the budget for the month (53.53% vs 58.08%). The only revenues for the first seven months of the year were the utility billings and interest earned at the bank. Operating expenditures are also less than the budget (9.34% vs. 58.08%). The contract with U.S. Water in the amount of $1,701,342.96 has been encumbered for the year as reflected within the encumbrance. Several of the SRF loans for the old sewer expansion projects were paid year-to- date totaling over $322,061. * Further details are listed in the full departmental reports. Capital Revenues for water and sewer are less than budget (4.33% vs. 58.08%). This is primarily due to the WWTP grant for which reimbursement will not be received until the project is up and running and the City begins to incur costs. Capital expenditures like the revenues are less than the budget for the year (1.21% vs 58.08%). There was very little activity for the first seven months of the year as Public Works in coordination with U.S. Water are planning the capital projects for the year. Staff also continue to work on the sewer expansion projects. Most FY2024 projects were rolled forward into FY2025. Sanitation Sanitation revenues are slightly less than budget for the month (56.36% vs. 58.08%). Staff completed a comparison of City customer billings to Waste Management billings to the City. There were a few adjustments necessary by both the City and the vendor. The vendor again will pay the Franchise fees monthly vs. annually. The $140,000 collection reflects as revenue into the fund, and then a transfer to General Fund; one-twelfth of this is the $11,666.67. Sanitation expenditures are below budget (42.78%) – 15.30% less than budget. Three Sisters Refuge Revenues for the first seven months of the year are more than budget (100.81% vs. 58.08% - 42.73% more). Manatee season began 11/15/2024 so we will continue to see an increase in revenues. Operating expenditures are running slightly less than budget for the first seven months of the year (42.77% vs. 58.08%). Three Sisters operations were gearing up for season, which required replenishing supplies and training staff. This fund reflects a positive net position for the first half of the year of $478,701. Overall, this fund primarily continues to be self-sufficient. CRA Revenues for the first seven months of the quarter are significantly higher than budget (119.37%) due to the Ad Valoreum Tax which was billed to the County as of the close of February 2025. The only revenue normally received monthly is interest income; this revenue source exceeded budget (72.41% vs. 58.08%). Expenditures for the first seven months of the year are primarily for payroll, land lease, loan payment, parking project consultant and some Riverwalk expenses. Costs will begin to increase once the Riverwalk project – Water Phase continues to move forward. This FY2024 project was rolled forward into FY2025 in conjunction with the grant funding. Meeting Date: May 27, 2025 Agenda Item Number: 8.A. CRYSTAL RIVER CITY COUNCIL MEETING Agenda Item Summary Requested Motion: Introduction of Ordinance 25-O-06 (Application No. PCA25-0001) for an amendment of the Future Land Use Map for 7.44 acres addressed as a portion of 77 and 61 S Suncoast Blvd, owned by RIF 304, LLC, on First Reading, and set the public hearing for June 9, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. This item is associated with the next item. Summary: These applications are brought forward by RIF 304, LLC for a small-scale comprehensive plan amendment of the Future Land Use Map (FLUM). The property area under consideration comprises 7.44 acres, which is a portion of 77 and 61 South Suncoast Blvd. This FLUM amendment proposes to change the future land use designation from Conservation to Urban Center. The applicant wishes to redesignate the land use and zoning for a portion of the parcels for future retail development. There is no development plan proposed with this request. At its May 1, 2025, meeting, the Planning Commission recommended approval. Motion carried by a 6-1 vote. Staff Recommendation: Introduction of Ordinance 25-O-06 and set the public hearing for June 9, 2025. Ordinance: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CRYSTAL RIVER, FLORIDA, PROVIDING FOR A SMALL- SCALE AMENDMENT TO THE FUTURE LAND USE MAP OF THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN BY RECLASSIFYING A PORTION OF PROPERTY (7.44 ACRES MOL) LYING IN SECTION 34, TOWNSHIP 18 SOUTH, RANGE 17 EAST AND SECTION 03, TOWNSHIP SOUTH 19, RANGE 17 EAST, SPECIFICALLY A PORTION OF PARCEL ID 17E18S34 22200 (ALT KEY: 1102138) AND A PORTION OF PARCEL ID 17E19S03 10000 (ALT KEY: 1113512) AS IDENTIFIED IN THE RECORDS OF THE CITRUS COUNTY PROPERTY APPRAISER AND OWNED BY RIF 304 LLC FROM CONSERVATION TO URBAN CENTER LAND USE CATEGORY; PROVIDING FOR REPEAL OF CONFLICTING ORDINANCES; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. ATTACHMENTS: Description 25-O-06 25-O-06 (PCA25-0001) Page 1 of 4 ORDINANCE NO. 25-O-06 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CRYSTAL RIVER, FLORIDA, PROVIDING FOR A SMALL-SCALE AMENDMENT TO THE FUTURE LAND USE MAP OF THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN BY RECLASSIFYING A PORTION OF PROPERTY (7.44 ACRES MOL) LYING IN SECTION 34, TOWNSHIP 18 SOUTH, RANGE 17 EAST AND SECTION 03, TOWNSHIP SOUTH 19, RANGE 17 EAST, SPECIFICALLY A PORTION OF PARCEL ID 17E18S34 22200 (ALT KEY: 1102138) AND A PORTION OF PARCEL ID 17E19S03 10000 (ALT KEY: 1113512) AS IDENTIFIED IN THE RECORDS OF THE CITRUS COUNTY PROPERTY APPRAISER AND OWNED BY RIF 304 LLC FROM CONSERVATION TO URBAN CENTER LAND USE CATEGORY; PROVIDING FOR REPEAL OF CONFLICTING ORDINANCES; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS the City Council of the City of Crystal River, Florida recognizes the need to plan for orderly growth and development; and WHEREAS the City Council of the City of Crystal River, Florida adopted the Crystal River Comprehensive Plan, Ordinance No. 11-O-06 on September 12, 2011, and subsequent amendments, and WHEREAS a small-scale amendment may be adopted only under the conditions set forth in Chapter 163, Florida Statutes, and other provisions of State and local law; and WHEREAS the proposed small-scale amendment was advertised as required by the Florida Statutes and the Crystal River Community Development Code; and WHEREAS in accordance with the law, the proposed amendment was required to be reviewed by the City's Local Planning Agency at a duly advertised meeting, scheduled on May 1, 2025, and the Local Planning Agency has determined such application to be consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and appropriate to the future land uses within the City; and WHEREAS the City of Crystal River has complied with all requirements and procedures of Florida law in processing and advertising this Ordinance; and WHEREAS the City Council of the City of Crystal River, Florida, has determined that adoption of this Ordinance is in the best interests of the health, safety, and welfare of the citizens of Crystal River. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CRYSTAL RIVER, FLORIDA THAT THE CITY’S COMPREHENSIVE PLAN IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1. PURPOSE The purpose of this Ordinance is to allow a small-scale amendment to the Future Land Use Map of the Comprehensive Plan of the City of Crystal River, Florida, for 7.44 acres (MOL) owned by RIF 304, LLC by redesignating the Future Land Use from Conservation to Urban Center for the reasons set forth in the above "WHEREAS" clauses, which are incorporated herein, in haec verba. 25-O-06 (PCA25-0001) Page 2 of 4 SECTION 2. AUTHORITY The City of Crystal River City Council is authorized to amend the Crystal River Comprehensive Plan pursuant to Article III of the City Charter of the City of Crystal River and Part II, Code of Ordinances, Chapter 1, General Provisions, of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Crystal River, and as otherwise authorized by applicable Florida Statutes. The City Council of the City of Crystal River, Florida, hereby adopts and incorporates into this Ordinance the memorandum and application packet relating to the proposed amendments to the Future Land Use Map of the City of Crystal River, as if fully restated herein, in their entirety. SECTION 3. FUTURE LAND USE MAP AMENDED APPLICATION NO. PCA25-0001 RIF 304, LLC The Future Land Use Map of the Comprehensive Plan of the City of Crystal River is hereby amended to change the future land use designations as follows. a) That the property legally described as shown in EXHIBIT “A” attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference, for 7.44 acres, is amended to Urban Center. SECTION 4. REPEAL OF CONFLICTING ORDINANCES All Ordinances or parts of Ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby repealed. SECTION 5. CODIFICATION/INSTRUCTIONS TO CODE CODIFIER/EXHIBITS It is the intention of the City Council of the City of Crystal River, Florida, and it is hereby ordained that the provisions of this Ordinance shall become and be made a part of the codified version of the City of Crystal River Comprehensive Plan of the City of Crystal River, Florida. The actual text of the Sections to this Ordinance need not be codified. The Code codifier of the City is given broad and liberal authority to appropriately codify the Exhibits into the provisions of the City of Crystal River Comprehensive Plan in a format that can be readily published and distributed in a useable and manageable format. The City Manager, in conjunction with the City Clerk and the City Attorney, are hereby granted the authority to take any and all necessary and appropriate actions to accomplish the provisions of this Section. The Exhibits to this Ordinance are hereby incorporated herein by the references thereto as if fully set forth herein verbatim. SECTION 6. SEVERABILITY The sections, paragraphs, sentences, clauses, and phrases of this Ordinance are severable, and if any phrase, clause, sentence, paragraph, or section of this Ordinance shall be declared unconstitutional by the valid judgment or decree of a court of competent jurisdiction, such unconstitutionality shall not affect any of the remaining phrases, clauses, sentences, paragraphs, and sections of this Ordinance. SECTION 7. EFFECTIVE DATE This Ordinance shall become effective thirty-one (31) days after adoption if no challenge is filed. If this Ordinance is challenged within thirty (30) days after adoption, small scale development amendments 25-O-06 (PCA25-0001) Page 3 of 4 do not become effective until the State Land Planning Agency or the Administration Commission, respectively, issues a final order determining that the adopted small-scale development amendment is in compliance with the law. No development orders, development permits, or land uses dependent on the Comprehensive Plan amendments set forth in this Ordinance may be issued or commence before it has become effective. APPROVED after due public notice and public hearing on the ______ day of ______________, 2025. ATTEST: CITY OF CRYSTAL RIVER _____________________________________ _______________________________________ MIA FINK, CITY CLERK JOE MEEK, MAYOR Approved as to form for the VOTE OF COUNCIL: Reliance of the City of Crystal River only: Joe Meek ____________ Robert Holmes ____________ Cindi Frink ____________ ______________________________________ Chris Ensing ____________ Robert W. Batsel, Jr., City Attorney Gabrielle Satchell ___________ 25-O-06 (PCA25-0001) Page 4 of 4 EXHIBIT “A” COMMENCE AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 3, TOWNSHIP 19 SOUTH, RANGE 17 EAST, CITRUS COUNTY, FLORIDA; THENCE S.00'12'52"E., ALONG THE EAST LINE OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF SAID SECTION 3, 1114.82 FEET, TO A POINT ON THE NORTH RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF WEST PENN DRIVE (50 FEET WIDE); THENCE S.89'31'05"W., ALONG SAID NORTH RIGHT OF WAY LINE, 1048.28 FEET, THENCE N.00'32'08"E., ALONG THE EAST RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF WEST PENN DRIVE, 499.96 FEET; THENCE S.89'25'19"W., ALONG THE NORTH RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF WEST PENN DRIVE, 2815.98 FEET TO THE EAST RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF U.S. HIGHWAY NO. 19 (200 FEET WIDE); THENCE N.00'09'15"W., ALONG SAID EAST RIGHT OF WAY LINE, 259.81 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE CONTINUE N.00°09'05"W., ALONG SAID EAST RIGHT OF WAY LINE, 1018.65 FEET TO THE SOUTHERLY LINE OF THE ABANDONED RAILROAD SPUR (50 FEET WIDE), AS RECORDED IN OFFICIAL RECORDS BOOK 578, PAGE 1018, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF CITRUS COUNTY, FLORIDA; THENCE N.75'53'18"E., ALONG SAID SOUTHERLY LINE, 266.03 FEET; THENCE DEPARTING SAID SOUTHERLY LINE, S.06°02'16"E., 1053.31 FEET; THENCE N.80°25'17"W., 37.41 FEET; THENCE N.85°03'21"W., 65.69 FEET; THENCE S.71°55'48"W., 70.97 FEET; THENCE S.64°50'04"W., 60.06 FEET; THENCE S.89°50'45"W., 141.90 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. SAID LANDS BEING SITUATED IN CITRUS COUNTY, FLORIDA AND CONTAINING 7.44 ACRES, MORE OR LESS. 25-O-06 (PCA25-0001) Page 5 of 4 Meeting Date: May 27, 2025 Agenda Item Number: 8.B. CRYSTAL RIVER CITY COUNCIL MEETING Agenda Item Summary Requested Motion: Introduction of Ordinance 25-O-07 (Application No. PZM25-0001) for an amendment of the Official Zoning Map for 7.44 acres addressed as a portion of 77 and 61 S Suncoast Blvd, owned by RIF 304, LLC, on First Reading, and set the public hearing for June 9, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. This item is associated with the previous item. Summary: These applications are brought forward by RIF 304, LLC for a small-scale comprehensive plan amendment of the Future Land Use Map (FLUM). The property area under consideration comprises 7.44 acres, which is a portion of 77 and 61 South Suncoast Blvd. This FLUM amendment proposes to change the future land use designation from Conservation to Urban Center. The applicant wishes to redesignate the land use and zoning for a portion of the parcels for future retail development. There is no development plan proposed with this request. At its May 1, 2025, meeting, the Planning Commission recommended approval. Motion carried by a 6-1 vote. Staff Recommendation: Introduction of Ordinance 25-O-07 and set the public hearing for June 9, 2025. Ordinance: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CRYSTAL RIVER, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF CRYSTAL RIVER BY REZONING A PORTION OF PROPERTY (7.44 ACRES MOL) LYING IN SECTION 34, TOWNSHIP 18 SOUTH, RANGE 17 EAST AND SECTION 03, TOWNSHIP SOUTH 19, RANGE 17 EAST, SPECIFICALLY A PORTION OF PARCEL ID 17E18S34 22200 (ALT KEY: 1102138) AND A PORTION OF PARCEL ID 17E19S03 10000 (ALT KEY: 1113512) AS IDENTIFIED IN THE RECORDS OF THE CITRUS COUNTY PROPERTY APPRAISER AND OWNED BY RIF 304 LLC FROM CONSERVATION TO URBAN CENTER 1 ZONING DISTRICT; PROVIDING FOR REPEAL OF CONFLICTING ORDINANCES; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. ATTACHMENTS: Description 25-O-07 25-O-07 (PZM25-0001) Page 1 of 4 ORDINANCE 25-O-07 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CRYSTAL RIVER, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF CRYSTAL RIVER BY REZONING A PORTION OF PROPERTY (7.44 ACRES MOL) LYING IN SECTION 34, TOWNSHIP 18 SOUTH, RANGE 17 EAST AND SECTION 03, TOWNSHIP SOUTH 19, RANGE 17 EAST, SPECIFICALLY A PORTION OF PARCEL ID 17E18S34 22200 (ALT KEY: 1102138) AND A PORTION OF PARCEL ID 17E19S03 10000 (ALT KEY: 1113512) AS IDENTIFIED IN THE RECORDS OF THE CITRUS COUNTY PROPERTY APPRAISER AND OWNED BY RIF 304 LLC FROM CONSERVATION TO URBAN CENTER 1 ZONING DISTRICT; PROVIDING FOR REPEAL OF CONFLICTING ORDINANCES; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, on December 05, 2024, the City Council of the City of Crystal River, Florida, adopted the Crystal River Zoning Ordinance No. 24-O-14, and subsequent amendments, and WHEREAS, certain rezonings are necessary to maintain consistency with the Crystal River Comprehensive Plan; and WHEREAS, the proposed rezoning was advertised as required by the Florida Statutes, and the City of Crystal River Community Development Code; and WHEREAS, the City of Crystal River Planning Commission on May 1, 2025, voted ___-___ to recommend to the City Council that the request to amend the official zoning map be ________; and WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Crystal River, Florida, after publication of a notice of its consideration of this ordinance, held two readings of this ordinance and public hearings as required by law; and WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Crystal River, Florida, has determined that the requested change of zoning is consistent with the City of Crystal River Comprehensive Plan and Future Land Use Map, and WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Crystal River, Florida has further determined that approval of the requested zoning change is in the best interests of the health, safety, and welfare of the citizens of Crystal River, Florida. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CRYSTAL RIVER, FLORIDA, AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1. PURPOSE. The purpose of this Ordinance is to amend the official zoning map of the City of Crystal River, Florida, by rezoning 7.44 acres (MOL) owned by RIF 304, LLC by redesignating the zoning from Conservation to Urban Center 1 for the reasons set forth in the above "WHEREAS" clauses, which are incorporated herein, in haec verba. 25-O-07 (PZM25-0001) Page 2 of 4 SECTION 2. AUTHORITY The City of Crystal River City Council is authorized to amend the Crystal River Code of Ordinances pursuant to Article III of the City Charter of the City of Crystal River and Part II, Code of Ordinances, Chapter 1, General Provisions of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Crystal River, and as otherwise authorized by applicable Florida Statutes. SECTION 3. ZONING MAP AMENDMENT APPLICATION NO. PZM25-0001 RIF 304, LLC The official zoning map of the City of Crystal River is hereby amended to change the zoning designations as follows: a. That the property legally described as shown in EXHIBIT “A” attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference, for 7.44 acres acres, is amended to Urban Center 1. SECTION 4. REPEAL OF CONFLICTING ORDINANCES All Ordinances or parts of Ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby repealed. SECTION 5. CODIFICATION/INSTRUCTIONS TO CODE CODIFIER/EXHIBITS It is the intention of the City Council of the City of Crystal River, Florida, and it is hereby ordained that the provisions of this Ordinance shall become and be made a part of the codified version of the City of Crystal River, Florida, Official Zoning Map. The actual text of the Sections to this Ordinance need not be codified. The Code codifier of the City of Crystal River, Florida, is given broad and liberal authority to appropriately codify the Exhibits into the provisions of the City of Crystal River Official Zoning Map in a format that can be readily published and distributed in a useable and manageable format. The City Manager, in conjunction with the City Clerk and the City Attorney, are hereby granted the authority to take any and all necessary and appropriate actions to accomplish the provisions of this Section. The Exhibits to this Ordinance are hereby incorporated herein by the references thereto as if fully set forth herein verbatim. SECTION 6. SEVERABILITY The sections, paragraphs, sentences, clauses, and phrases of this Ordinance are severable, and if any phrase, clause, sentence, paragraph, or section of this Ordinance shall be declared unconstitutional by the valid judgment or decree of a court of competent jurisdiction, such unconstitutionality shall not affect any of the remaining phrases, clauses, sentences, paragraphs, and sections of this Ordinance. SECTION 7. EFFECTIVE DATE This Ordinance shall become effective immediately upon adoption by the Crystal River City Council. THIS ORDINANCE was introduced and placed on first reading on the ______ day of _________, 2025. THIS ORDINANCE was introduced and placed on a second reading on the _______day of 25-O-07 (PZM25-0001) Page 3 of 4 __________, 2025, and upon motion duly made and seconded was passed on second reading. ATTEST: CITY OF CRYSTAL RIVER _____________________________________ _______________________________________ MIA FINK, CITY CLERK JOE MEEK, MAYOR Approved as to form for the VOTE OF COUNCIL: Reliance of the City of Crystal River only: Joe Meek ____________ Robert Holmes ____________ Cindi Frink ____________ ______________________________________ Chris Ensing ____________ Robert W. Batsel, Jr., City Attorney Gabrielle Satchell ___________ 25-O-07 (PZM25-0001) Page 4 of 4 EXHIBIT “A” COMMENCE AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 3, TOWNSHIP 19 SOUTH, RANGE 17 EAST, CITRUS COUNTY, FLORIDA; THENCE S.00'12'52"E., ALONG THE EAST LINE OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF SAID SECTION 3, 1114.82 FEET, TO A POINT ON THE NORTH RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF WEST PENN DRIVE (50 FEET WIDE); THENCE S.89'31'05"W., ALONG SAID NORTH RIGHT OF WAY LINE, 1048.28 FEET, THENCE N.00'32'08"E., ALONG THE EAST RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF WEST PENN DRIVE, 499.96 FEET; THENCE S.89'25'19"W., ALONG THE NORTH RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF WEST PENN DRIVE, 2815.98 FEET TO THE EAST RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF U.S. HIGHWAY NO. 19 (200 FEET WIDE); THENCE N.00'09'15"W., ALONG SAID EAST RIGHT OF WAY LINE, 259.81 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE CONTINUE N.00°09'05"W., ALONG SAID EAST RIGHT OF WAY LINE, 1018.65 FEET TO THE SOUTHERLY LINE OF THE ABANDONED RAILROAD SPUR (50 FEET WIDE), AS RECORDED IN OFFICIAL RECORDS BOOK 578, PAGE 1018, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF CITRUS COUNTY, FLORIDA; THENCE N.75'53'18"E., ALONG SAID SOUTHERLY LINE, 266.03 FEET; THENCE DEPARTING SAID SOUTHERLY LINE, S.06°02'16"E., 1053.31 FEET; THENCE N.80°25'17"W., 37.41 FEET; THENCE N.85°03'21"W., 65.69 FEET; THENCE S.71°55'48"W., 70.97 FEET; THENCE S.64°50'04"W., 60.06 FEET; THENCE S.89°50'45"W., 141.90 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. SAID LANDS BEING SITUATED IN CITRUS COUNTY, FLORIDA AND CONTAINING 7.44 ACRES, MORE OR LESS. 25-O-07 (PZM25-0001) Page 5 of 4 Meeting Date: May 27, 2025 Agenda Item Number: 9.A. CRYSTAL RIVER CITY COUNCIL MEETING Agenda Item Summary Requested Motion: Motion to approve settlement agreement between City of Crystal River and 579 US Highway 19, LLC Summary: Since December of 2020, the City has been working to address a blighted property located at 579 US Highway 19 through a number of methods, including code enforcement and civil action. The abandoned structure located on the property (previously a shopping center) has been in need of rehabilitation and redevelopment to address the safety risks posed by the structure, as well as economic impacts on the surrounding neighborhood and community, as a whole. Code Enforcement actions included the recording of a Corrective Final Administrative Order, which constitutes a lien, and a number of subsequent Claims of Lien, obligating the owner (579 SE US Hwy 19, LLC) to satisfy any accrued charges, fees, interest and penalties for services (utilities) related to the case and subject property. On or about March 25, 2024, the City initiated a civil action in the Circuit Court in and for Citrus County, Florida (Case No. 2024-CA-000202-A), which is currently pending resolution. While the City was beginning to move forward with demolition of the blighted structure, a builder (579 Crystal River LP) recently became involved in the rehabilitation and redevelopment of the property, and the City granted a delay of the threatened demolition in an attempt to negotiate a mutually acceptable resolution in the form of a Settlement Agreement. The agreement was structured to provide for Owner’s and Builder’s redevelopment of the property, and City’s release of the Code Enforcement order, release of Claims of Lien, City’s waiver of other claims related to penalties and interest, and the parties joint entry of a Joint Stipulation for Judgment, as described in the agreement (attached). The City has determined that the incentives set forth in the agreement, including the release and satisfaction of the Claim of Lien and Code Enforcement Lien and conclusion of the Suit, are in the public interest because the Project will help promote public safety and a prosperous economy in the City by obtaining compliance with the City Code and spurring economic development and elimination of blight in a critical gateway. Please note that the draft agreement attached was available as of 05/23/2025. Most recent revisions within the document can be found in paragraph 5, and are related to "Repayment of City's Hard Costs", and "Adequate Assurance". ATTACHMENTS: Description Crystal River City of CR v. 579 SE US 19 Settlement Agreement - RWB Redline 05-23-2025 (Final) v. 05-19-2025.pdf

SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT THIS SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT is entered into as of this 27th day of May, 2025, between: • CITY OF CRYSTAL RIVER, a Florida municipal corporation (“City”); • 579 SE U.S. 19, LLC, a Florida limited liability company (“Owner”); and • 579 CRYSTAL RIVER LP, a Florida Limited Partnership (“Builder”). WHEREAS: A. Owner is the owner of the Property identified by Citrus County Tax Parcel ID No.: 17E- 18S-27-0000-44300 (Alt Key #2954604), more particularly described on the attached Exhibit A.1 B. Improvements located on the Property including but not limited to the shopping center structure (“Improvements) are in need of rehabilitation and redevelopment. C. A Corrective Final Administrative Order has been entered which constitutes a lien encumbering the Property pursuant to the City Code and Chapter 162, Florida Statutes, has been recorded in Book 3178, Page 1581, Official Records of Citrus County, Florida (such lien and all other recorded code enforcement orders constituting liens in favor of the City are hereinafter referenced collectively as “Code Enforcement Lien”). D. City has entered and recorded “Claims of Lien” against the Property, including instruments recorded in the following Book(s) and Page(s) of the Official Records of Citrus County, Florida: Book 2713, Page 2124; Book 2777, Page 854; Book 2898, Page 554; Book 3077, Page 1458; Book 3100, Page 205; and Book 3100, Page 888, including any further accrued charges, fees, interest and penalties for services rendered after such date (“Claims of Lien”). E. The City claims that the actual cost of the utility services rendered to date and associated with the Claims of Lien (but excluding any associated fees, interest and/or penalties) is currently One Hundred Eighty-Three Thousand Seven Hundred Fifty-Three Dollars and 22/100 Dollars ($183,753.22) (“Outstanding Utility Charges”). F. On or about March 25, 2024, City initiated a civil action in the Circuit Court in and for Citrus County, Florida (Case No. 2024-CA-000202-A)(the “Suit”), which is currently pending resolution. G. Builder has recently become involved in the rehabilitation and redevelopment of the Property, and the City granted a delay of the threatened demolition in an attempt to negotiate a mutually acceptable resolution in the form of this Agreement providing for Owner’s and Builder’s redevelopment of the property, and City’s release of the Code Enforcement, release of Claims of Lien, City’s waiver of other claims related to penalties and interest, and the parties joint entry of the Joint Stipulation for Judgment described herein. H. The City Council of the City of Crystal River has determined that the incentives set forth herein, including the release and satisfaction of the Claim of Lien and Code Enforcement Lien and conclusion of the Suit, are in the public interest because the Project will help promote public safety and a 1Terms capitalized herein and not otherwise defined herein are defined in paragraph 1 below. prosperous economy in the City by obtaining compliance with the City Code and spurring economic development and elimination of blight in a critical gateway. NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the foregoing, and other good and valuable consideration, and with the intention that they be legally bound by this Agreement, the parties do hereby agree as follows, which terms shall be binding upon the parties and their respective successors and assigns, as may be applicable. 1. Definitions. In addition to the terms defined elsewhere in this Agreement, the following terms shall have the following meanings: 1.1. Adequate Assurance – The Adequate assurance to be provided in connection with City’s performance of its obligations hereunder, which shall consist of one, or a combination, of the following: 1.1.1. Cash in an escrow account, maintained in Citrus County, Florida by an escrow agent mutually acceptable to City and Owner. The parties agree that a licensed financial institution maintaining an office in Citrus County, Florida shall qualify as an approved escrow agent. 1.1.2. A letter of credit issued by a financial institution licensed to transact business in the State of Florida. 1.1.3. Some other adequate financial assurance (other than personal guarantees) reasonably approved by City. 1.2. Agreement – This Agreement, as it may from time to time