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City Commission Meeting

Tuesday, November 4, 2025 · Government meeting record

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The Belleview City Commission approved a fee increase for lien searches, authorized a new data-sharing agreement, and ratified a three-year collective bargaining agreement with the police union. Commissioners also addressed property development, debris management contracts, and community event planning.

Why it matters

Residents and businesses will pay higher fees for property lien searches, while the city has formalized new labor terms for police and updated its debris management and data-processing operations.

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People and votes

Dobkowski

8 recorded votes

  1. Recorded vote

    Motion made by Commissioner Smith to approve the 10-21-2025 Commission Meeting Minutes as presented; seconded by Commissioner Dwyer. Motion was called by a roll call vote. - Voted yes; the record reports passed.

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  2. Recorded vote

    Motion made by Commissioner Smith to approve Resolution 2025-08 Lien Search Fee as presented; seconded by Commissioner Livsey. Motion was called by a roll call vote. - Voted yes; the record reports passed.

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  3. Recorded vote

    Motion made by Commissioner Goldman to approve the Agreement with Orange Data; seconded by Commissioner Dwyer. Motion was called by a roll call vote. - Voted yes; the record reports passed.

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  4. Recorded vote

    Motion made by Commissioner Goldman to approve the Release of Lien for 3706-007-008; seconded by Commissioner Smith. Motion was called by a roll call vote. - Voted yes; the record reports passed.

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  5. Recorded vote

    Motion made by Commissioner Dwyer to approve the Parcel Split for 37231-001-00; seconded by Commissioner Livsey. Motion was called by a roll call vote. - Voted yes; the record reports passed.

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  6. Recorded vote

    Motion made by Commissioner Livsey to approve the piggyback; seconded by Commissioner Smith. Mayor Dobkowski asked whether the motion needed to include any additional language. Attorney Landt requested a friendly amendment to state the moti - Voted yes; the record reports passed.

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  7. Recorded vote

    Motion made by Commissioner Livsey to approve the Collective Bargaining Agreement; seconded by Commissioner Smith. Motion was called by a roll call vote. - Voted yes; the record reports passed.

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  8. Recorded vote

    Motion made by Commissioner Goldman to approve the use of the lights at the ballfield; seconded by Commissioner Smith. Motion was called by a roll call vote. - Voted yes; the record reports passed.

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Motion made by Commissioner Smith to approve the 10-21-2025 Commission Meeting Minutes as presented; seconded by Commissioner Dwyer. Motion was called by a roll call vote.

passedYes 5No 0Recused 0

Voted yes

  • Dwyer
  • Livsey
  • Smith
  • Goldman
  • Dobkowski

Motion made by Commissioner Smith to approve Resolution 2025-08 Lien Search Fee as presented; seconded by Commissioner Livsey. Motion was called by a roll call vote.

passedYes 5No 0Recused 0

Voted yes

  • Dwyer
  • Livsey
  • Smith
  • Goldman
  • Dobkowski

Motion made by Commissioner Goldman to approve the Agreement with Orange Data; seconded by Commissioner Dwyer. Motion was called by a roll call vote.

passedYes 5No 0Recused 0

Voted yes

  • Dwyer
  • Livsey
  • Smith
  • Goldman
  • Dobkowski

Motion made by Commissioner Goldman to approve the Release of Lien for 3706-007-008; seconded by Commissioner Smith. Motion was called by a roll call vote.

passedYes 5No 0Recused 0

Voted yes

Motion made by Commissioner Dwyer to approve the Parcel Split for 37231-001-00; seconded by Commissioner Livsey. Motion was called by a roll call vote.

passedYes 5No 0Recused 0

Voted yes

  • Dwyer
  • Livsey
  • Smith
  • Goldman
  • Dobkowski

Motion made by Commissioner Livsey to approve the piggyback; seconded by Commissioner Smith. Mayor Dobkowski asked whether the motion needed to include any additional language. Attorney Landt requested a friendly amendment to state the moti

passedYes 4No 0Recused 0

Voted yes

  • Dwyer
  • Livsey
  • Smith
  • Dobkowski

Motion made by Commissioner Livsey to approve the Collective Bargaining Agreement; seconded by Commissioner Smith. Motion was called by a roll call vote.

passedYes 5No 0Recused 0

Voted yes

  • Dwyer
  • Livsey
  • Smith
  • Goldman
  • Dobkowski

Motion made by Commissioner Goldman to approve the use of the lights at the ballfield; seconded by Commissioner Smith. Motion was called by a roll call vote.

passedYes 5No 0Recused 0

Voted yes

  • Dwyer
  • Livsey
  • Smith
  • Goldman
  • Dobkowski

Record text

No recording or transcript is held for this meeting.

CITY OF BELLEVIEW AGENDA City Commission Meeting Belleview City Hall Commission Room 5343 SE Abshier Blvd. Belleview, FL November 4, 2025 6:00 PM Christine Dobkowski, Mayor Seat 2 Ray Dwyer, Commissioner Seat 3 Ronald T Livsey, Commissioner Seat 4 Robert "BO" Smith, Commissioner Seat 1 Michael Goldman, Commissioner Welcome to the City of Belleview Commission meeting. The Commission regularly meets the first and third Tuesday of every month at 6:00 pm, unless otherwise noted. The Commission meetings are open to the public, and the Commission encourages and values your opinions as they move forward in the decision-making process. As a courtesy to others, please silence your cell phone or other electronic devices before entering the Commission Chambers. If you need to take a call, please step outside. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, persons needing assistance with any of these proceedings should contact the City Clerk's office at least 48 hours in advance of the meeting at Lmerritt@belleviewfl.org or 352-245-7021 extension 2109. MOMENT OF SILENCE/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - COMMISSIONER GOLDMAN ROLL CALL APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approval of the 10-21-2025 Commission Meeting Minutes 10-21-2025 Meeting Minutes PUBLIC HEARING: RESOLUTION Resolution 25-08: Lien Search Fee Resolution 25-08 - Lien Search Request Fee PRESENTATION: FOG (Fats, Oils, and Grease) Presentation Fat, Oils, and Grease Presentation Trunk or Treat Event Wrap Up

SCHEDULED AUDIENCE: Scheduled Audience: Joe Reichel - Belleview CEP UNSCHEDULED AUDIENCE: Unscheduled Audience OTHER CITY BUSINESS/DEPARTMENT UPDATES: Community Events Liaison: Update on Proposed 2026 July 4th Fireworks City Clerk: Orange Data Agreement Orange Data Systems Agreement Legal Memo Regarding Orange Data Systems Agreement City Clerk: Release of Lien - Parcel 3706-007-008 Release of Lien 3706-007-008 Development Services: Parcel Split for PID 37231-001-00 Parcel Split Request New North Parcel New South Parcel Current Survey Location Map Finance Department: Updates Public Works: Debris Collection Site and Monitoring Services Contract DMS Agreement Site Map - Debris Location Tetra Tech Inc Short Form Agreement Updates: Chief of Police Updates: Information Technology City Attorney: Fraternal Order of Police Collective Bargaining Agreement Collective Bargaining Agreement Updates: City Administrator COMMISSION UPDATES: Commission Updates

11/04/2025 Commission Meeting Page 1 of 5 CITY OF BELLEVIEW CITY COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Belleview City Hall Mayor CHRISTINE K. DOBKOWSKI Commission Room Seat 1 MICHAEL J. GOLDMAN 5343 SE Abshier Blvd. Seat 2 RAY DWYER Belleview, FL Seat 3 RONALD T. LIVSEY November 4, 2025 Seat 4 ROBERT "BO" SMITH 6:00 PM MOMENT OF SILENCE/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – Commissioner Goldman ROLL CALL OF COMMISSIONERS: Present: Dwyer, Livsey, Smith, Goldman, Dobkowski APPROVAL OF MINUTES: a. 10-21-2025 Commission Meeting Minutes Motion made by Commissioner Smith to approve the 10-21-2025 Commission Meeting Minutes as presented; seconded by Commissioner Dwyer. Motion was called by a roll call vote. Ayes: Dwyer, Livsey, Smith, Goldman, Dobkowski PUBLIC HEARING: RESOLUTION a. Resolution 25-08 Lien Search Fee Mayor Dobkowski read Resolution 2025-08, Lien Search Fee, Title Only. Clerk Merritt reviewed the Resolution which increases the current fee for lien searches from $75.00 to $100.00 This fee is paid by title companies and/or real estate brokers. Mayor Dobkowski stated this is a Public Hearing and asked if anyone in the audience had any comments. No one came forward. Motion made by Commissioner Smith to approve Resolution 2025-08 Lien Search Fee as presented; seconded by Commissioner Livsey. Motion was called by a roll call vote. Ayes: Dwyer, Livsey, Smith, Goldman, Dobkowski PRESENTATION: a. FOG (Fats, Oils, and Grease) Presentation

11/04/2025 Commission Meeting Page 2 of 5 Laura Gary, Cross Connection & IP/FOG Coordinator, reviewed the City of Belleview's FOG (Fats, Oils, and Grease) program, which aims to prevent sewer blockages and overflows by regulating the disposal of these substances from food service establishments and other businesses that produce them. The Commission thanked Mrs. Gary for her excellent presentation. b. Trunk or Treat Event Wrap Up Community Engagement Liaison, Bob Vass, gave an overview of the October 25, 2025 Trunk or Treat event and showed a drone video of the event recorded by Chief Plant Operator, Richard Dyches. SCHEDULED AUDIENCE: a. Joe Reichel Betty Otereo attended the meeting in Mr. Reichel’s stead and gave an overview of the current status of the Belleview CEP and membership, provided a recap of recent events, and invited the Commissioners to their upcoming events. UNSCHEDULED AUDIENCE: No one came forward. OTHER CITY BUSINESS/DEPARTMENT UPDATES: a. Community Events Liaison: Update on Proposed 2026 July 4 th Fireworks Show CEL Vass reviewed information and costs for the proposed event on July 4, 2026. City costs may range from approximately $28,000-50,000. CEL Vass has initiated conversations with potential sponsors for funds and in-kind donations and has contacted the Belleview CEP. Administrator Moody stated that Marion County is also working on securing sponsorships to cover the costs of all fireworks shows. The Commission discussed the costs further and CEL Vass stated all departments and stakeholders will meet to obtain a clearer financial figure as planning goes forward. b. City Clerk: Orange Data Agreement Clerk Merritt presented an agreement for Orange Data, which provides lien search services. The City will provide data to the company, which will then collect all fees and perform the lien searches, saving valuable staff time. Orange Data will receive 20% of the lien search fee and the City will receive 80% of the fee. Mayor Dobkowski stated this is a Public Meeting and asked if anyone in the audience had any comments. No one came forward.

11/04/2025 Commission Meeting Page 3 of 5 Motion made by Commissioner Goldman to approve the Agreement with Orange Data; seconded by Commissioner Dwyer. Motion was called by a roll call vote. Ayes: Dwyer, Livsey, Smith, Goldman, Dobkowski c. City Clerk: Release of Lien for 3706-007-008 On February 5, 2025, a lien was placed on 5249 SE 106th Lane. At the time of filing, the City was unaware that the property had already entered foreclosure. Therefore, the collection of fees is not legally achievable, and the lien must be released. Mayor Dobkowski stated this is a Public Meeting and asked if anyone in the audience had any comments. No one came forward. Motion made by Commissioner Goldman to approve the Release of Lien for 3706-007-008; seconded by Commissioner Smith. Motion was called by a roll call vote. Ayes: Dwyer, Livsey, Smith, Goldman, Dobkowski d. Development Services: Parcel Split for 37231-001-00 Development Services Director Chancey stated the subject parcel is owned by BSS Belleview LLC and is located to the north of Mavis Tires & Brakes. The developer would like to split the parcel for development of a Dutch Bros and possibly a bank. Any further splitting of this parcel would require a re-plat application. Mayor Dobkowski stated this is a Public Meeting and asked if anyone in the audience had any comments. No one came forward. Motion made by Commissioner Dwyer to approve the Parcel Split for 37231-001-00; seconded by Commissioner Livsey. Motion was called by a roll call vote. Ayes: Dwyer, Livsey, Smith, Goldman, Dobkowski Commissioner Goldman exited the meeting at 6:44 PM DSD Chancey informed the Commission that Development Services has received three final plats for legal review including One Oak Development, Bellehaven Phases II and III. e. Finance Department: N/A f. Public Works: Debris Collection Site and Monitoring Services Contract Public Works Director Titterington stated that Florida Department of Environmental Protection is now requiring all municipalities and counties have contracts in place for Debris Monitoring and Collection Sites. The collection site location is adjacent to the Marion County DMS and monitoring will be performed by Tetra Tech, Inc as a “piggyback” contract to Marion County’s

11/04/2025 Commission Meeting Page 4 of 5 agreement. Attorney Landt reviewed the agreement and determined it meets the requirements to “piggyback.” Mayor Dobkowski stated this is a Public Meeting and asked if anyone in the audience had any comments. No one came forward. Motion made by Commissioner Livsey to approve the piggyback; seconded by Commissioner Smith. Mayor Dobkowski asked whether the motion needed to include any additional language. Attorney Landt requested a friendly amendment to state the motion to approve pending final legal review of the City’s agreement with Tetra Tech, Inc. Commissioner Livsey approved the language of the friendly amendment made the motion; seconded by Commissioner Smith who accepted the friendly amendment. Motion was called by a roll call vote. Ayes: Dwyer, Livsey, Smith, Dobkowski Absent: Goldman g. Police Department: N/A h. Information Technology: N/A Commissioner Goldman re-entered the meeting at 6:48 PM i. Legal Services: Collective Bargaining Agreement Attorney Landt, Administrator Moody, and Chief Holland were appointed to a committee for Collective Bargaining with the Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) in June 2025. After several rounds of negotiations, all of the articles within the CBA have been accepted by the committee and the union members. Attorney Landt presented the three (3) year agreement for Commission approval. Mayor Dobkowski stated this is a Public Meeting and asked if anyone in the audience had any comments. No one came forward. Motion made by Commissioner Livsey to approve the Collective Bargaining Agreement; seconded by Commissioner Smith. Motion was called by a roll call vote. Ayes: Dwyer, Livsey, Smith, Goldman, Dobkowski j. Administrator: N/A COMMISSION UPDATES: Commissioner Dwyer: N/A

11/04/2025 Commission Meeting Page 5 of 5 Commissioner Livsey: Discussed a recent dog attack in his neighborhood where the dog’s owner had to sign an affidavit with Marion County to have a dangerous dog registered. The Commission discussed the Marion County policies. Commissioner Livsey played a video of a bear going through the trash cans behind his home. He stated instances such as this are the reason he has wanted laws in place for the last three years that require citizens bring cans in from the road at night. Commissioner Goldman suggested Commissioner Livsey initiate a community program to address the trash can issue. Commissioner Goldman: N/A Commissioner Smith: The league president at the baseball fields at the Sports Complex requested the use of the City’s portable tower lights while the lighting work is in progress. The season ends on November 21; PWD Titterington stated they are available until Light Up Lake Lillian. Motion made by Commissioner Goldman to approve the use of the lights at the ballfield; seconded by Commissioner Smith. Motion was called by a roll call vote. Ayes: Dwyer, Livsey, Smith, Goldman, Dobkowski Mayor Dobkowski: Mayor Dobkowski shared the information that Florida Express Environmental was acquired by a new company and the Commission will need to accept the assignation of the contract transfer at a future meeting. Attorney Landt stated that unless there is a belief they are unable to fulfill the terms of the existing agreement, the City must accept it. Adjournment: Meeting adjourned by Mayor Dobkowski at 7:03 PM. Attest: _________________________ Lezli Merritt, MPA City Clerk

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