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Thursday, February 6, 2025 · Government meeting record

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The Midway City Council approved the addition of Fire Department employees to the Florida Retirement System and reviewed financial reports, including audit findings. The council also received updates on city infrastructure projects, including new lighting and ongoing grant processes.

Why it matters

The approval of Resolution 2024-03 changes the retirement benefits for full-time Midway Fire Department employees by enrolling them in the Florida Retirement System.

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Minutes textFebruary_6_2025_Regular_Meeting.pdf?t=202511040728060

City of Midway 50 Martin Luther King Boulevard Midway, Florida 32343 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes of February 6, 2025

The regular meeting of the Midway City Council called to order at City Hall and via zoom teleconference by Mayor Ella Dickey at 6:15 PM on Thursday, February 6, 2025.

Invocation: The Lord's Prayer.

Council members present: Mayor Ella Parker-Dickey, Mayor Pro Tem Braheem Russ, NanDrycka King-Albert, Charles Williams and Charles Willis.

Council members absent: None.

Other staff present: Henry Grant (City Manager), Antonio Jefferson (KMR Senior Consultant), Harold Knowles (KMR Attorney), Anthony Thomas (City Attorney) and Frances Harrell (City Clerk).

Agenda Modifications - Councilwoman Albert asked that a discussion of the Audit be added to agenda under New Business.

Adoption of Agenda - It was motioned by Councilwoman Albert and seconded by Councilman Williams to adopt the agenda with add-on. The motion unanimously approved.

Consent Agenda - It was motioned by Councilman Williams and seconded by Councilman Willis to approve January 2, 2025 Minutes under consent agenda. The motion unanimously approved. It was motioned by Councilman Williams and seconded by Councilman Willis to approve January 8, 2025 Minutes under consent agenda. The motion approved 4 to 1 (Councilwoman Albert "Abstained" was not present).

PUBLIC HEARING

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AUDIT - Councilwoman Albert expressed her concerns with the Audit Findings and suggested Council pay close attention. KMR Senior Consultant Jefferson explained a Corrective Plan presented and explained by Mr.Grayson, Accountant. Councilwoman Albert asked to be notified when documents are available for review upcoming audit.

Monthly Financial Update -Written report provided and explained by Mr. Grayson (via zoom). Floor open for questions and comments. Councilwoman Albert requested accurate financial statement with cash reconciliation. Mr. Grayson stated that will provide a reconciliation along with Bank Statement for review It was motioned by Councilman Williams and seconded by Councilman Willis to accept financial report. The motion unanimously approved.

OLD BUSINESS

Request to Approve Resolution 2024-03 Authorizing the Addition to Permanent Paid Employees of the City of Midway Fire Department to the Florida Retirement System. Memo provided. It was motioned by Councilwoman Albert approve one full time employee. Motion died for lack of second. Councilman Williams asked for clarity on number of employees. Senior Consultant Jefferson explained in depth. It was motioned by Councilman Willis and seconded by Councilman Williams to approve Resolution 2024-03. The motion unanimously approved. Councilwoman Albert stated that the information presented should have been shared previously to prevent delays in addressing the agenda item.

City Manager's Report

City Manager Grant reported:

Florida Legislative Budget Request - Emailed Council a listing of proposed 2025- 2026 Legislative Funding Requests. Senior Consultant Jefferson explained still time to amend additional requests.

Lighting - Lights installed this week on Central, Sumter Ridge, Knight, Peters and MLK; Arm Holders are on order.

Trails Grant - Finished Environmental Review, process of getting clearance; preparing procurement.

EMS - received drafted EMS Agreement with county and is being reviewed

Septic to Sewage - still in design stage

Announced Candidate's Workshop March 25.2025 - 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm.

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Police Department - Written Report provided.

Fire Department Monthly Report - Written Report provided.

Public Works - Written Report provided.

Recreation Department - Written Report provided.

Code Enforcement Report - Written Report provided.

Floor open for questions/concerns.

Councilman Williams asked for update on payment to County. Senior Consultant Jefferson stated check is prepared for the Council and is ready to be signed.

CITY ATTORNEY REPORT - No report.

COUNCIL REPORTS

Councilwoman Albert suggested Council begin Strategic Planning and asked Council consent to organize a workshop. Council consented. Councilwoman Albert advised will be in workshop next month and participating via zoom. Thanked KMR for payment to County.

Councilman Williams stated citizens are complaining of increase in utilities. Senior Consultant Jefferson will contact General Manager.

Councilman Willis thanked KMR and City Staff for job well done on Lighting; holes need to be fixed; speed humps are needed, properties need to be cleaned; problem with cars on side of road; Fire Department need to look for Grants; Happy Valentines to all ladies.

Mayor Pro Tem Russ no report.

Mayor Dickey thanked KMR for check to County.

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