December 3, 2024 City Council Regular Session (2024-12-03)

CALL TO ORDER

Having been duly advertised as required by law, at 6:00 p.m., Mayor Homich called to order this regular session of City Council in the Mount Dora City Hall council chamber.

MOMENT OF SILENCE & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

A moment of silence and pledge of allegiance were led by Mayor Homich.

ROLL CALL

Members Present

James Homich, Mayor

Cal Rolfson, District 2

John Cataldo, Vice-mayor

Doug Bryant, At-large

Also Present

Vince Sandersfeld, City Manager

Patrick Brackins, City Attorney

Jeanann Hand, City Clerk

None

MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER TO APPROVE THE AGENDA WITH CONSENT AGENDA ITEM 2 REQUEST APPROVAL OF REQUISITION 25-2975 WITH COMMERCIAL DESIGN SERVICES FOR THE PURCHASE OF FURNITURE FOR THE NEW PUBLIC WORKS BUILDING MOVED TO ACTION ITEMS, AND ADDING A DISCUSSION OF RANDOMIZED COUNCIL VOTING; COUNCILMEMBER WALKER SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION PASSED WITH A UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE.

APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA

Joe Lewis, 148 Charles Avenue, spoke about a toy drive and canned goods drive at his marina. Mayor Homich closed public comment.

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1. Mount Dora Community Trust (MDCT) - Distribution Committee Mayoral Appointment

MOTION BY VICE-MAYOR CATALDO TO NOMINATE MAYOR HOMICH TO SERVE ON THE MOUNT DORA COMMUNITY TRUST DISTRIBUTION COMMITTEE.

MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER DAWSON TO NOMINATE COUNCILMEMBER ROLFSON TO SERVE ON THE MOUNT DORA COMMUNITY TRUST DISTRIBUTION COMMITTEE; COUNCILMEMBER WALKER SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION PASSED WITH A 4-3 VOICE VOTE.

PRIORITY PROJECT UPDATES

1. Donnelly Street Boardwalk Replacement

Public Works Director George Marek provided an update on the project. A possible temporary solution will involve shuttle use. The cost of this service is still being researched. Topography and obstacles present challenges. Possibilities will be presented at the update at the December 17 City Council meeting. Councilmembers. The City is considering the necessity of the expense when evaluating implementation of an aesthetic treatment to temporarily beautify the area. Staff spoke with Council about the timeline of the project. Mayor Homich opened public comment. No one spoke. Mayor Homich closed public comment.

2. Odor Issues

City Utility Director Andrew Marsian reported that at the lift stations/collections stations, the monitoring equipment is working, and shows no emissions of hydrogen sulfate at those sites.

Mayor Homich opened public comment

A fourth device has been placed at wastewater treatment plant 2 (WWTP2) to reduce any problematic emissions, and the equipment is proving to be effective. Mr. Marsian briefly defined and explained the function of headworks. He reported that further measures would be taken with equipment and measurement. The 4th quarter results of the Kimley-Horn study have not yet been compiled and released. The city will provide an update as soon as that information is available. The final Kimley-Horn Report will be completed and released after the $ ^{4} $ th Quarter report. WWTP2 is still being monitored. Odor control is in use, and a fragranced additive is in use as an additional measure to assuage any unpleasant odors that may be present there. Mr. Marsian explained the consent order requires the city to determine the source of the odor. Mr. Marsian explained the City's plan if Kimley-Horn does not pinpoint the source of the odor.

Melissa McKrannels, 20816 Oldenburg Loop, spoke about gas travel patterns and protection of property values.

Taylor Jones, 1035 Unser Street, spoke about Council's personal experience with the odor issue.

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Rob Aly, 3046 Tocara Terrace, spoke of his experience as a new resident.

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Denise Simmons, 30415 Gidran Terrace, spoke about her personal experience with the odor. 1203.2024 City Council Regular Session Minutes Page 3 of 5

Mayor Homich closed public comment. He told those present this topic will be discussed at every City Council meeting until there is a resolution.

ACTION ITEMS

1. Request Approval of Meeting Dates

MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER ROLFSON TO APPROVE THE PRESENTED 2025 MEETING DATES; COUNCILMEMBER DAWSON SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION PASSED WITH A 7-0 VOICE VOTE.

2. Request Adoption of Resolution 2024-44, Disposal of Surplus Assets