City Commission - Regular Meeting

1 City Commission Regular Meeting MINUTES December 4, 2025, 10:00 a.m. City Hall Auditorium 200 East University Avenue Gainesville, FL 32601 Members Present: Commissioner Book, Commissioner Chestnut, Commissioner Duncan-Walker, Mayor Pro Tem Eastman, Commissioner James Ingle, Mayor Ward, Commissioner Willits _____________________________________________________________________ A. CALL TO ORDER Meeting called to order at 10:00 a.m. B. INVOCATION Dr. Saeed Khan, Hoda Islamic Center, Gainesville C. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA CONSENT AGENDA UPDATES: 2025-972 Acceptance of Land Donation from 17 Acres MOL 62nd Blvd LLC to be Identified as Courtland Alden Collier Preserve (B) New Item, Explanation: Requested by City Manager Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Eastman Seconded by Commissioner Duncan-Walker

2 Motion: The City Commission adopt the modified regular and consent agenda. Aye (7): Commissioner Book, Commissioner Chestnut, Commissioner Duncan- Walker, Mayor Pro Tem Eastman, Commissioner James Ingle, Mayor Ward, and Commissioner Willits Approved (7 to 0) D. CONSENT AGENDA Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Eastman Seconded by Commissioner Duncan-Walker Motion: The City Commission adopt the modified regular and consent agenda. Aye (7): Commissioner Book, Commissioner Chestnut, Commissioner Duncan- Walker, Mayor Pro Tem Eastman, Commissioner James Ingle, Mayor Ward, and Commissioner Willits Approved On Consent (7 to 0) 1. Approval of Minutes for the November 20, 2025 City Commission Meeting (B) Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Eastman Seconded by Commissioner Duncan-Walker Recommendation: The City Commission approve the minutes from the November 20, 2025, meeting. Approved On Consent 2. 2025-861 Purchase of Real Property for Urban Forest Conservation (B) Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Eastman Seconded by Commissioner Duncan-Walker Recommendation: The City Commission authorize the City Manager or designee to execute a Contract for Purchase and Sale of Real Property to include all documents required to effectuate a closing, with Daniel

3 McAuliffe, for the purchase of Tax Parcel number 16014-006-000 in the amount of $107,000 plus any associated closing costs, subject to the approval by the City Attorney as to form and legality. Approved On Consent 3. 2025-929 Purchase of Real Property for the SW 47th Avenue Phase 2 Multiuse Trail and New Neighborhood Park (B) Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Eastman Seconded by Commissioner Duncan-Walker Recommendation: The City Commission authorize the City Manager or designee to execute a Contract for Purchase and Sale of Real Property (including all documents to effectuate a closing) with Prairie View Trust for the purchase of Tax Parcel 07176-015-000 and a portion of 07240-044- 000 in the amount of $438,465.00 and with Carolyn G. Henderson Testamentary Trust for RLH, III for the purchase of Tax Parcel 07294-000- 000 in the amount of $24,390.00 for a total of $462,855.00, plus any associated closing costs, subject to approval by the City Attorney as to form and legality. Approved On Consent 4. 2025-943 Downtown Pedestrian Signalization Safety Study (NB) Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Eastman Seconded by Commissioner Duncan-Walker Recommendation: The City Commission approve amendments to the GCRA’s “Downtown Gainesville Strategic Plan Budget” to provide $27,900 in funding for a Downtown Signalization Study. Approved On Consent 5. 2025-911 Appointments to the City of Gainesville Advisory Board and Committees (B) Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Eastman Seconded by Commissioner Duncan-Walker

4 Recommendation: The City Commission appoint: - Armaan Goel as a Student Member to the Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Board for a one-year term to expire December 3, 2026; - Jacob Larson to the Downtown Advisory Board for completion of a partial term to expire June 5, 2027; - Reappoint Heather Kates to the Gainesville Community Reinvestment Area Advisory Board for a full term to expire December 3, 2027; - Viveca Lebrun as a Student Member to the Gainesville Human Rights Board for a one-year term to expire December 3, 2026; - Hope Harden as a Student Member to the Historic Preservation Board for a one-year term to expire December 3, 2026; - Jeremy Carroll to the Nature Centers Commission for a full term to expire October 31, 2028; - Taylor Sherer as a Student Member to the Tree Advisory Board for a one- year term to expire December 3, 2026. Approved On Consent 6. 2025-944 Task Assignment for Brittany Estates Lift Station Design (B) Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Eastman Seconded by Commissioner Duncan-Walker Recommendation: The City Commission authorizes the City Manager or designee to enter into a Task Assignment with Jones Edmunds, Inc. in an amount of $198,406.00 to complete the design for a sanitary sewer lift station and force main for Brittany Estates, and any other necessary documents, subject to approval by the City Attorney or designee as to form and legality. Approved On Consent 7. 2025-946 Resignation of Chris Mallinson from the Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Board (B) Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Eastman Seconded by Commissioner Duncan-Walker

5 Recommendation: The City Commission accept the resignation of Chris Mallinson from the Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Board effective immediately. Approved On Consent 8. 2024-556 Informational Item: Upcoming City Events List (NB) Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Eastman Seconded by Commissioner Duncan-Walker Recommendation: The City Commission receive the informational list. Approved On Consent 9. 2023-523 American Rescue Plan Act Quarterly Update (B) Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Eastman Seconded by Commissioner Duncan-Walker Recommendation: The City Commission: 1) receive an update on the American Rescue Plan Act program for activity through October 30, 2025, 2) approve increasing the budget for the Vision Zero NW 8th Avenue/6th Street Lane Re-purposing by $4,349.42 to $638,532.42, and 3) approve reducing the budget for the Vision Zero 10th/12th One-Way Pairs by $4,349.42 to $444,409.01. Approved On Consent 10. 2025-959 Letter of Support for the State of Florida Division of Arts and Culture Grant (B) Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Eastman Seconded by Commissioner Duncan-Walker Recommendation: The City Commission authorizes the Mayor to sign a Letter of Support for the General Program Support Grant offered by the Florida Division of Arts and Culture. Approved On Consent

6 11. 2025-972 Acceptance of Land Donation from 17 Acres MOL 62nd Blvd LLC to be Identified as Courtland Alden Collier Preserve (B) Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Eastman Seconded by Commissioner Duncan-Walker Recommendation: The City Commission: 1) approve the land donation from 17 Acres MOL 62nd Blvd LLC; and 2) authorize the City Manager, or Designee, to execute the necessary documents for conveyance to the City, subject to approval by the City Attorney, or Designee, as to form and legality. Approved On Consent E. EARLY PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS Public Comment: Joshua Ney 2025-945 One Way Pairs item, Cory Brunson 2025-945 One Way Pairs item F. PROCLAMATION 1. 2025-941 John Stanley Wachtel Day (B) Recommendation: To be presented to John Wachtel. Heard G. BUSINESS DISCUSSION ITEMS - MORNING 1. 2025-942 Quarterly Housing Update (B) Corey Harris, Housing and Community Development Director, gave a presentation on the Quarterly Housing Update. Public Comment: Kali Blount, Terri Bailey Recommendation: The City Commission hear the quarterly Housing update presentation from the Department of Housing & Community Development. Heard

7 2. 2025-945 West 10th Street and West 12th Street One-Way Pairs (B) Deborah Leistner, Transportation Planning and Parking Manager, gave a presentation on West 10th Street and West 12th Street One-Way Pairs. Karla Rodriguez Silva, Capital Projects Manager, spoke to the item related to accidents on the corridor. Public Comment: Carrie Johnson, Aaron Green, Jennifer Parker, Kali Blount, John Fleming Andrew Persons, Interim City Manager, spoke to the item related to reallocating funds, if project is not continued. Brian Singleton, Acting Chief Operating Officer - Governmental Operations, spoke to the item related to the SW 6th Street project, and the totals of the funds that would need to be reallocated: $445,000 - ARPA, $699,000 - CRA, $50,000 - gas tax. Recommendation: The City Commission discuss the project. Moved by Commissioner Duncan-Walker Seconded by Commissioner Chestnut Motion: Discontinue the one-way pair project and have staff return with options to redistribute the funds. Aye (3): Commissioner Book, Commissioner Chestnut, and Commissioner Duncan-Walker Nay (4): Mayor Pro Tem Eastman, Commissioner James Ingle, Mayor Ward, and Commissioner Willits Failed (3 to 4) H. RESOLUTIONS – MORNING (Roll Call Required) Recess: 12:22 p.m. I. CALL TO ORDER Meeting called to order at 1:15 p.m. J. GAINESVILLE HISTORY MOMENT Presented by Ms. Donna Waller.

8 K. EARLY PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS Public Comment: Jim Konish, 2025-875 Stormwater Management Resolution L. GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT Public Comment: Kali Blount, Johnny Law, Jim Konish M. BUSINESS DISCUSSION ITEMS A - AFTERNOON 1. 2025-356 Advisory Board and Committee Report (B) Sarit Sela, City Architect and Staff Liaison to the City Beautification Board, introduced the item. Lynn Janoski, Chair of the City Beautification Board, gave a presentation of the board's annual report. Public Comment: Kali Blount Recommendation: The City Commission hear a presentation and take action deemed necessary. Heard 2. 2025-967 NE 8th Avenue and Waldo Road Update (B) Andrew Persons, Interim City Manager, gave an overview of the item. Brian Singleton, Acting Chief Operating Officer - Governmental Operations, gave a presentation on the NE 8th Avenue and Waldo Road Update. Roxana Gonzalez, Director of Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Affairs, spoke to the item related to the community and competitive pool. Public Comment: Kali Blount Recommendation: The City Commission receive an update regarding the NE 8th Avenue at Waldo Road Redevelopment Project. Heard

9 N. RESOLUTIONS - AFTERNOON (Roll Call Required) 1. 2025-958 Approval of Resolution and Loan Agreement for Capital Improvement Revenue Note, Series 2025 (B) Andrew Persons, Interim City Manager, introduced the item. Dennis Nguyen, Director of Finance, gave an overview of the item. Dan Nee spoke to the conflict-of-interest form. Moved by Commissioner Willits Seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Eastman Recommendation: The City Commission adopt the Resolution authorizing the issuance of a Capital Improvement Revenue Note, Series 2025, in a principal amount not to exceed $22,000,000 and authorize the City Manager or delegate to approve the Loan Agreement with Regions Capital Advantage, Inc. to finance the construction and equipping of certain capital improvements. Motion: Approve as recommended. Aye (7): Commissioner Book, Commissioner Chestnut, Commissioner Duncan-Walker, Mayor Pro Tem Eastman, Commissioner James Ingle, Mayor Ward, and Commissioner Willits Approved (7 to 0) O. ORDINANCES: ADOPTION READING - AFTERNOON (Roll Call Required) P. ORDINANCES: SECOND READING - AFTERNOON (Roll Call Required) 1. 2025-686 Quasi-Judicial Rezoning 2.6 Acres on South Side of the 2200 Block of SW Archer Rd (B) Moved by Commissioner Chestnut Seconded by Commissioner Book Recommendation: The City Commission adopt the ordinance.

10 Motion: Approve as recommended on second reading. Aye (6): Commissioner Book, Commissioner Chestnut, Commissioner Duncan-Walker, Mayor Pro Tem Eastman, Commissioner James Ingle, and Mayor Ward Nay (1): Commissioner Willits Approved (6 to 1) Q. ORDINANCES: FIRST READING - AFTERNOON (Roll Call Required) 1. 2025-515 Quasi-Judicial Hearing Historic Designation of “The Gainesville Lodge,” the former Travelodge - 413 West University Avenue (B) Moved by Commissioner Duncan-Walker Seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Eastman Recommendation: The City Commission adopt the proposed ordinance to approve the local designation of “The Gainesville Lodge,” located at 413 West University Avenue, and add the property to the Local Register of Historic Places. Motion: Approve as recommended on first reading. Aye (7): Commissioner Book, Commissioner Chestnut, Commissioner Duncan-Walker, Mayor Pro Tem Eastman, Commissioner James Ingle, Mayor Ward, and Commissioner Willits Approved (7 to 0) 2. 2025-282 Quasi-Judicial Hearing Historic Property Tax Exemption – 1021 NE 4th Street (B) Kathleen Kauffman, Historic Preservation Officer, gave an overview of the item. Moved by Commissioner Book Seconded by Commissioner Duncan-Walker

11 Recommendation: The City Commission: 1) approve Part 2 of the Historic Property Tax Exemption Application; and 2) adopt the proposed ordinance. Motion: Approve as recommended on first reading. Aye (7): Commissioner Book, Commissioner Chestnut, Commissioner Duncan-Walker, Mayor Pro Tem Eastman, Commissioner James Ingle, Mayor Ward, and Commissioner Willits Approved (7 to 0) 3. 2025-370 Quasi-Judicial Hearing Historic Property Tax Exemption – 425 NE 3rd Street (B) Kathleen Kauffman, Historic Preservation Officer, gave an overview of the item. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Eastman Seconded by Commissioner Book Recommendation: The City Commission: 1) approve Part 2 of the Historic Property Tax Exemption Application; and 2) adopt the proposed ordinance. Motion: Approve as recommended on first reading. Aye (7): Commissioner Book, Commissioner Chestnut, Commissioner Duncan-Walker, Mayor Pro Tem Eastman, Commissioner James Ingle, Mayor Ward, and Commissioner Willits Approved (7 to 0) R. BUSINESS DISCUSSION ITEMS B - AFTERNOON 1. 2025-956 Resiliency Quarterly Update (B) Dan Zhu, Chief Resiliency Officer, gave a presentation on the Resiliency Quarterly Update.

12 Recommendation: The City Commission acknowledges and provides feedback on the City of Gainesville’s ongoing resilience initiatives and upcoming efforts. Heard S. COMMISSION COMMENT Mayor Ward: Mentioned the GNV Holiday Parade this Saturday at 12:00 p.m., at Bo Diddly Plaza there was a kids danceathon, and then that evening will be the tree lighting at the Thomas Center; GFR Open House and calendar signing. Commissioner Eastman: Echoed the comments about the parade. Recess: 4:03 p.m. 4:30 - 5:30 PM Dinner Break T. CALL TO ORDER Meeting called to order at 5:30 p.m. Commissioner Duncan-Walker did not return from recess. U. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE To be presented by BSA Scout Troop 84. V. PROCLAMATIONS & SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS 1. 2025-940 Matthew Lewey Day (B) Recommendation: To be presented to NKwanda Jah. Heard 2. 2025-953 Impaired Driving Prevention Month (B) Recommendation: To be presented to Sgt. Lynne Valdes. Heard W. EARLY PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS

13 X. RESOLUTIONS - EVENING (Roll Call Required) 1. 2025-973 First Budget Amendment to the FY 2026 General Government Financial and Operating Plan Budget (B) Allison Teslia, Office of Management and Budget Director, gave an overview of the First Budget Amendment to the FY 2026 General Government Financial and Operating Plan Budget. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Eastman Seconded by Commissioner Chestnut Recommendation: The City Commission adopted the proposed budget amendment resolution. Motion: Approve as recommended. Aye (6): Commissioner Book, Commissioner Chestnut, Mayor Pro Tem Eastman, Commissioner James Ingle, Mayor Ward, and Commissioner Willits Absent (1): Commissioner Duncan-Walker Approved (6 to 0) 2. 2025-874 Solid Waste Special Assessment Resolution (B) Andrew Persons, Interim City Manager, gave an overview of the item. Moved by Commissioner Chestnut Seconded by Commissioner Book Recommendation: The City Commission adopt the proposed resolution. Motion: Approve as recommended. Aye (6): Commissioner Book, Commissioner Chestnut, Mayor Pro Tem Eastman, Commissioner James Ingle, Mayor Ward, and Commissioner Willits Absent (1): Commissioner Duncan-Walker Approved (6 to 0)

14 3. 2025-875 Stormwater Management Services Special Assessment Resolution (B) Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Eastman Seconded by Commissioner Willits Recommendation: The City Commission adopt the proposed resolution. Aye (6): Commissioner Book, Commissioner Chestnut, Mayor Pro Tem Eastman, Commissioner James Ingle, Mayor Ward, and Commissioner Willits Absent (1): Commissioner Duncan-Walker Approved (6 to 0) Y. PUBLIC HEARINGS (Including Planning Petitions) Z. ORDINANCES: ADOPTION READING - EVENING (Roll Call Required) AA. ORDINANCES: SECOND READING - EVENING (Roll Call Required) AB. ORDINANCES: FIRST READING - EVENING (Roll Call Required) 1. 2025-513 Comprehensive Plan Amendment Multimodal Transportation System (B) Andrew Persons, Interim City Manager, gave an overview of the item. Scott Wright, Planner IV, introduced the Comprehensive Plan Amendment - Multimodal Transportation System. Jonathan Paul, Principal, NUE Urban Concepts, gave a presentation on the Comprehensive Plan Amendment - Multimodal Transportation System. Brian Singleton, Acting Chief Operating Officer - Governmental Operations, spoke to the item related to bringing a discussion on the mobility fee to an upcoming General Policy Committee. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Eastman Seconded by Commissioner Willits Recommendation: The City Commission adopt the ordinance.

15 Motion: Approve as recommended on first reading. Aye (6): Commissioner Book, Commissioner Chestnut, Mayor Pro Tem Eastman, Commissioner James Ingle, Mayor Ward, and Commissioner Willits Absent (1): Commissioner Duncan-Walker Approved (6 to 0) AC. BUSINESS DISCUSSION ITEMS - EVENING 1. 2025-948 Request for Proposal Award Recommendation for University Ave (SR 26) Engineering Services (Federal Funds) (B) Gail Mowry, Director of Public Works, gave an overview of the item. Brian Singleton, Acting Chief Operating Officer - Governmental Operations, spoke to the item related to the need for a match of funds to complete the project. Andrew Persons, Interim City Manager, spoke to the item. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Eastman Seconded by Commissioner Chestnut Recommendation: The City Commission 1) Approve the rankings for RFP #PWDA-260009-SM for University Ave (SR26) Engineering Services as specified in the explanation; 2) Authorize the City Manager or designee to initiate contract negotiations with the highest ranked vendor, Kimley- Horn and Associates; if negotiations fail with this vendor or if an agreement is terminated, initiate contract negotiations with the second ranked vendor; 3) Authorize the City Manager or designee to enter into an agreement with Kimley-Horn and Associates in the amount of $3 million for Engineering Services for University Avenue (SR26), subject to approval of the City Attorney or designee as to form and legality.

16 Motion: Approve as recommended. Aye (6): Commissioner Book, Commissioner Chestnut, Mayor Pro Tem Eastman, Commissioner James Ingle, Mayor Ward, and Commissioner Willits Absent (1): Commissioner Duncan-Walker Approved (6 to 0) 2. 2025-968 Guaranteed Maximum Price Agreement for Construction of GPD Property and Evidence Building (B) Gary Cothren, Facilities Manager, gave an overview of the item. Andrew Persons, Interim City Manager, spoke to the item. Nelson Moya, Chief, Gainesville Police Department, spoke to the item related to the proposed fence around the parking lot. The issue of the fence will be brought to a future commission meeting. Moved by Commissioner Book Seconded by Commissioner Chestnut Recommendation: The City Commission authorize the City Manager or designee to enter into a Guaranteed Maximum Price Agreement with Ajax Building Company, LLC in the amount of $19,095,555 for construction of the Gainesville Police Department Property and Evidence Building, subject to approval by the City Attorney as to form and legality. Motion: Approve as recommended. Aye (6): Commissioner Book, Commissioner Chestnut, Mayor Pro Tem Eastman, Commissioner James Ingle, Mayor Ward, and Commissioner Willits Absent (1): Commissioner Duncan-Walker Approved (6 to 0)

17 AD. COMMISSION COMMENT Commissioner Willits: Mentioned the Municipal Equality Index and why Gainesville achieved the scored it did. Mayor Ward: Spoke to the comment and gave historical context. Zeriah Folston, Equal Opportunity Director, spoke to the comment to bring back recommendations. Andrew Persons, Interim City Manager, spoke to the comment. AE. ADJOURNMENT Meeting adjourned at 7:21 p.m. _________________________ Kristen J. Bryant, JD, CMC City Clerk