City Council

MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING CITY OF NEW PORT RICHEY COUNCIL CHAMBERS, FIRST FLOOR, CITY HALL, 5919 MAIN ST., NEW PORT RICHEY, FL 34652 October 6, 2026 6:00 PM ORDER OF BUSINESS 1. Call to Order – Roll Call The meeting was called to order by Deputy Mayor Brian Jonas at 6:00 p.m. Those in attendance were Deputy Mayor Brian Jonas, Councilman Matt Murphy, Councilman Peter Altman and Councilman Bertell Butler IV. Mayor Chopper Davis arrived at 6:09 p.m. Also in Attendance were City Manager Debbie L. Manns, City Attorney Timothy Driscoll, Deputy City Clerk Ailin Padron, Finance Director Crystal Dunn, Fire Chief Chris Fitch, Public Works Director Colin Eichenmuller, Police Chief Bob Kochen, Library Director Andi Figart, Parks & Recreation Director Kevin Trapp, Community and Development Director Dale Hall, Technology Solutions Director Leanne Mahadeo, Economic Development Director Dave Gammon, Assistant City Manager Rob Williamson and Human Resources Director Arnel Wetzel. 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Moment of Silence 4. 500/1,000 Books Before Kindergarten Presentations 5. Proclamations a. T. Scott Baker, Police Pension Board b. E-Waste Recycling Day (By Title Only) 6. Approval of Minutes a. September 10, 2026 Special Meeting Minutes and September 15, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes Motion made by Bertell Butler IV, and seconded by Matt Murphy to approve the item as submitted. The Motion Passed. 5 - 0 Ayes: Chopper Davis, Brian Jonas, Matt Murphy, Peter Altman, Bertell Butler IV 1

7. Vox Pop for Items Not Listed on the Agenda or Listed on Consent Agenda City Attorney Driscoll read aloud the rules governing Vox Pop. Mayor Davis then opened the floor for public comment. The following people came forward to speak: Julia Bartunek spoke about damage to Mrs. Dorothy Clark's property while the city's contractor, Garcia Construction, performed sidewalk construction project in her front yard. Dorothy Clark spoke about damage to her property while sidewalk was being constructed by Garcia Construction. Bob Bouchard spoke regarding the American Disability Act and mobility devices. Judith Allen spoke regarding a moratorium on bars and the cap for her grant. Jackie Phillips spoke regarding Amendment 3. Nelson Onihoi presented an award to Mayor Davis. Frank Starkey spoke regarding his concerns about the Main & Bank building. Steve Roberts spoke regarding retail. The following people came forward to speak in support of the Brainstorms proposal: Beth Fregger Donald Cadle John Martin Andrea Monge Gary Vitacco-Robles Angela Gates Danielle Robertson Kimberly Ottoway Nikki Lennert-Furnett Donna Jensen Angela Napolitano Charles Weis Frank Starkey Emerson Martin Julie Rayburn Kate Connolly Marlowe Jones Judy DeBella-Thomas With no one else coming forward for public comment, Mayor Davis closed Vox Pop. 8. City Council Response to Vox Pop Speakers Councilman Butler addressed the comment regarding the sidewalk and the ADAs and the micromobility aids in our parks. Councilman Murphy expressed interest in preservation of downtown murals. Mayor Davis and City Manager Manns addressed the Rio Drive and Montana Avenue issues with sidewalks. 9. Consent Agenda Motion made by Peter Altman, and seconded by Matt Murphy to accept the Consent Agenda. The Motion Passed. 5 - 0 Ayes: Chopper Davis, Brian Jonas, Matt Murphy, Peter Altman, Bertell Butler IV 2

a. Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Minutes - August 2026 b. Cultural Affairs Committee Minutes - August 2026 c. Library Advisory Board Minutes - June 2026 d. Purchases/Payments for City Council Approval 10. Public Reading of Ordinances a. Second Reading, Ordinance No. 2026-2378: Amendment of Chapter 3, Code of Ordinances RE: Prohibitions on Alcoholic Beverage Possession or Consumption in Open Containers City Attorney Driscoll read the proposed ordinance by title only. Upon opening the floor to public comment, no one came forward therefore Mayor Davis returned the floor to Council. Motion made by Peter Altman, and seconded by Brian Jonas to approve the ordinance upon its second and final reading. The Motion Passed. 5 - 0 Ayes: Chopper Davis, Brian Jonas, Matt Murphy, Peter Altman, Bertell Butler IV 11. Business Items a. New Port Richey Main Street Inc.’s Alcoholic Beverage Special Event Permit Application and "Wet Zone" Request for the Sip-or-Treat Fall Wine Walk City Manager Manns presented the item to Council. She stated that the purpose of this agenda item was to review and approve New Port Richey Main Street Inc.’s Alcoholic Beverage Special Event Permit Application for the Sip-and-Treat Wine Walk on Thursday, October 29, 2026, from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm. If approved, the event would take place outside various business locations in the downtown area. Upon opening the floor to public comment, no one came forward therefore Mayor Davis returned the floor to Council. Motion made by Brian Jonas, and seconded by Matt Murphy to approve the item as presented. The Motion Passed. 5 - 0 Ayes: Chopper Davis, Brian Jonas, Matt Murphy, Peter Altman, Bertell Butler IV b. 2026 Cotee River Bike Fest Alcoholic Beverage Special Event Application City Manager Manns presented the item to Council. She stated that the purpose of this agenda item was to review the Alcoholic Beverage Special Event Application for beer, wine, and seltzers to be sold in Sims Park, along with the accompanying "Wet Zone" Map proposed for the 20th Annual Cotee River Bike Fest. The event organizers have requested to sell beer, wine, and seltzers in Sims Park on the following days: Friday, October 9, from 4:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Saturday, October 10, from noon to 11:00 p.m.; and Sunday, October 11, from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Upon opening the floor to public comment, no one came forward therefore Mayor Davis returned the floor to Council. Motion made by Brian Jonas, and seconded by Bertell Butler IV to approve the item as presented. The Motion Passed. 5 - 0 Ayes: Chopper Davis, Brian Jonas, Matt Murphy, Peter Altman, Bertell Butler IV c. City Event Request - Mayor's Kickball Tournament City Manager Manns presented the item to Council. She stated that the purpose of this agenda item was to review the proposed Mayor's Kickball Tournament and provide guidance and direction to 3

staff on the City's role, level of support, and resources necessary for planning and implementing the event on Saturday, November 14, 2026. The event would utilize the Gulf High School baseball and softball fields and the Historic Gulf High Field. The tournament is proposed as a co-ed, double- elimination event for participants ages 18 and older, with a registration fee of $100 per team. In order to move forward with the event, city support and resources will be necessary. Upon opening the floor to public comment, the following people came forward to speak in support of this agenda item: Angela Napolitano Kate Connolly With no one else coming forward Mayor Davis returned the floor to Council. Motion made by Matt Murphy, and seconded by Brian Jonas to approve the item as presented The Motion Passed. 5 - 0 Ayes: Chopper Davis, Brian Jonas, Matt Murphy, Peter Altman, Bertell Butler IV d. FY 2026-2027 In-Kind Support for Special Events City Manager Manns presented the item to Council. She stated that the purpose of this agenda item was to review the recommended allocation of in-kind support for special events occurring during Fiscal Year 2026-2027. The recommended allocations are as follows: Event Name FY 25-26 Event Costs FY 26-27 Request Recommended Amount Cotee River Bike Fest $31,285.76 $30,000 $25,000 Pack the Park $1,781.00 $5,000 $2,000 Downtown Trick or $2,688.00 $3,000 $3,000 Treat Holiday Street Parade $28,099.28 $15,000 $13,000 Downtown NYE $14,848.68 $45,000 $18,000 Chasco Fiesta Street $21,735.60 $15,000 $13,000 Parade Chasco Fiesta $58,686.02 $65,000 $45,000 Total Amounts $159,124.34 $178,000 $119,000 Upon opening the floor to public comment, the following people came forward to speak: Angela Napolitano spoke regarding Pack-A-Sack funding. Chuck Gray spoke regarding Chasco Fiesta. Michelle Hemphill spoke regarding Pack-A-Sack funding. With no one else coming forward Mayor Davis returned the floor to Council. Motion made by Matt Murphy, and seconded by Brian Jonas to approve the item as presented. The Motion Passed. 4 - 1 Ayes: Chopper Davis, Brian Jonas, Matt Murphy, Peter Altman Nays: Bertell Butler IV 4

e. Ratification and Approval of the Collective Bargaining Agreement with the West Central Florida Police Benevolent Association (PBA) City Manager Manns introduced HR Director Arnel Wetzel who then presented the item to Council. He stated that the purpose of this agenda item was to vote affirmatively in favor of ratifying the proposed agreement reached between the City of New Port Richey and the West Central Florida Police Benevolent Association (PBA) for a wage increase covering FY 2026-2027 and amending two (2) Articles within the Collective Bargaining Agreement. The Agreement was reached as part of a wage re-opener with the PBA. The following is a brief summary of the terms and conditions that have been agreed upon by the Union and the City’s negotiating teams: Article 14 Pay Provisions: Wages For FY 2026-2027, the Steps reflected in Appendix A of the current Collective Bargaining Agreement shall be replaced and increased by 2% from FY 2025-2026. The increase will be effective October 1, 2026. The new starting salary for an entry level Police Officer will be $60,000. Article 15 Holidays-Section 5: The language was revised and updated within this Section to clarify the Payroll payment practice for City holidays as it pertains to an employee required to cover a non-regularly scheduled shift or event on the actual holiday (not observed) when it is their day off. Article 25 Pension Plan: Agreed to amend the Pension Plan document for the New Port Richey Police Pension System adopted by the City, Article III, Chapter 18, Code of Ordinances. The definition of Average Final Compensation will be revised and updated to provide uniformity regarding the final calculation of retirement benefits. Upon opening the floor to public comment, no one came forward therefore Mayor Davis returned the floor to Council. Motion made by Peter Altman, and seconded by Bertell Butler IV to approve the item as presented The Motion Passed. 5 - 0 Ayes: Chopper Davis, Brian Jonas, Matt Murphy, Peter Altman, Bertell Butler IV 12. Communications None. 13. Adjournment There being no further business to consider, upon proper motion, the meeting adjourned at 8:17p.m. (signed) _________________________________ Ailin Padron Deputy City Clerk 5

1. Call to Order – Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Moment of Silence 4. 500/1,000 Books Before Kindergarten Presentations 5. Proclamations a. T. Scott Baker, Police Pension Board b. E-Waste Recycling Day (By Title Only) 6. Approval of Minutes a. September 10, 2026 Special Meeting Minutes and September 15, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes 7. Vox Pop for Items Not Listed on the Agenda or Listed on Consent Agenda CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING CITY OF NEW PORT RICHEY COUNCIL CHAMBERS, FIRST FLOOR, CITY HALL, 5919 MAIN ST., NEW PORT RICHEY, FL 34652 October 6, 2026 6:00 PM AGENDA ANY PERSON DESIRING TO APPEAL ANY DECISION MADE BY THE City Council, WITH RESPECT TO ANY MATTER CONSIDERED AT ANY MEETING OR HEARING, WILL NEED A RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS AND MAY NEED TO ENSURE THAT A VERBATIM RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS IS MADE, WHICH INCLUDES THE TESTIMONY AND EVIDENCE UPON WHICH THE APPEAL IS TO BE BASED. THE LAW DOES NOT REQUIRE THE CITY CLERK TO TRANSCRIBE VERBATIM MINUTES; THEREFORE, THE APPLICANT MUST MAKE THE NECESSARY ARRANGEMENTS WITH A PRIVATE REPORTER (OR PRIVATE REPORTING FIRM) AND BEAR THE RESULTING EXPENSE. (F.S.286.0105) ORDER OF BUSINESS Speakers must identify themselves prior to speaking by stating their name and full address for the record. Speakers shall address the City Council as a whole and refrain from addressing individual members of the City Council or the City staff. Speakers shall 1

8. City Council Response to Vox Pop Speakers 9. Consent Agenda a. Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Minutes - August 2026 b. Cultural Affairs Committee Minutes - August 2026 c. Library Advisory Board Minutes - June 2026 d. Purchases/Payments for City Council Approval 10. Public Reading of Ordinances a. Second Reading, Ordinance No. 2026-2378: Amendment of Chapter 3, Code of Ordinances RE: Prohibitions on Alcoholic Beverage Possession or Consumption in Open Containers 11. Business Items a. New Port Richey Main Street Inc.’s Alcoholic Beverage Special Event Permit Application and "Wet Zone" Request for the Sip-or-Treat Fall Wine Walk b. 2026 Cotee River Bike Fest Alcoholic Beverage Special Event Application c. City Event Request - Mayor's Kickball Tournament d. FY 2026-2027 In-Kind Support for Special Events e. Ratification and Approval of the Collective Bargaining Agreement with the West Central Florida Police Benevolent Association (PBA) 12. Communications 13. Adjournment afford the utmost courtesy to the City Council, to City employees, and to the public, and shall refrain at all times, from rude and derogatory remarks, reflections as to integrity, abusive comments, and statements as to motives and personalities. Agendas may be viewed on the City's website: www.citynpr.org. This meeting is open to the public. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and Section 286.26, Florida Statutes, all persons with disabilities needing special accommodations to participate in this meeting should contact the City Clerk, 727-853-1021, not later than four days prior to said proceeding. 2