City Commission Meeting (2024-06-18)

June 18,2024

MINUTES

6:15 PM

REGULAR CITY COMMISSION MEETING

- CALL TO ORDER 6:15 PM

Mayor Johnson called the regular session to order at 6:15 PM in the Commission Chambers of City Hall. The invocation was led by Brad Lomneck, Ocoee Resident, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag led by Commissioner Wilsen. City Clerk Sibbitt called the roll and declared a quorum present.

Present: Mayor Johnson, Commissioner Kennedy, Commissioner Wilsen, Commissioner Firstner, Commissioner Oliver

Also Present: Assistant City Manager Shadrix, City Attorney Ardaman, City Clerk Sibbitt

- PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS 6:17 PM

Vision Zero Safety Action Plan Presentation by MetroPlan Orlando - Mighk Wilson, Senior Transportation Planner at MetroPlan Orlando, presented a PowerPoint on Vision Zero, detailing efforts to ensure safe roadways both regionally and nationally. He summarized crash and fatality statistics, while Ryan Mansfield from Kittelson & Associates, Inc. discussed specific safety projects to be included in the City's Vision Zero Safety Action Plan.

The City Commission was given the opportunity to share comments and have any questions addressed.

- STAFF REPORTS AND AGENDA REVIEW- 6:30 PM

City Attorney Ardaman provided a brief update on the Orange County Charter Amendments and informed that a memorandum containing the City's feedback has been submitted to Orange County.

Jim Moyer, Ocoee Resident, thanked UCF for bringing their Speaker Series Workshop on Inclusive Communications to the Human Relations Diversity Board. He further announced the observances recognized in June and July.

The following Ocoee High School FFA Students and Teachers expressed their concerns with new developments surrounding the school and how they could affect the FFA program and the access to their farm and animals:

- Payton Grant, Ocoee High School Student

- Ava Yarborough, Ocoee High School Student

- Zyah Pierre, Ocoee High School Student

- Madelyn Young, Ocoee High School Student

- Colton Glover, Ocoee High School Student

- Amy Anderson, Ocoee High School FFA Instructor

- Thomas Lightbody, Ocoee High School FFA Representative

Assistant City Manager Shadrix informed the City Commission that there is no intention from either the City or the Developer to disrupt this program. Many years ago, the City entered into a PUD agreement with Orange County Public Schools and Orange County, establishing a zoning land use plan known as the PUD Land Use Plan, which has always included development plans. The City has been working closely with the Developer and the School Board to address this matter and has developed a plan to ensure necessary access. However, it was noted that the School Board should have originally requested a PUD Amendment, which would have prompted a site plan and allowed for accommodations for future development. The City is hopeful of resolving all issues by the end of this week.

- Sheron Seiter, Ocoee Resident, asked if the City and OCPS meetings are open to the public. Assistant City Manager Shadrix informed her that these are private staff level meetings and Mayor Johnson informed her that she can go to the School Board Meetings.

- Douglas Oliveck, Ocoee Resident, expressed his concerns with the traffic studies and safety, in the area.

Recess 7:21 PM - 7:31 PM

- Brad Lomneck, Ocoee Resident, expressed his concerns for pedestrian safety, at the crosswalk intersection of Montgomery Avenue and Orlando Avenue. He presented a video to the audience and the Commission, and requested the Commission to direct staff to address this issue. He further expressed his concerns with the beautification of the area.

Commissioner Wilsen concurred with all comments made by Mr. Lomneck.She addressed his suggestions of a four-way stop and stated that there is no irrigation down Montgomery Avenue, to help with the beautification process.

Gary Smith, Ocoee Resident, expressed his belief that there is drip irrigation installed along Montgomery Avenue. for the Crape Myrtles, and there is also a reclaimed water line waiting to connect to Admiral Pointe. Public Works Director Krug stated that he is unaware of a drip system in that specific area, and further explained to connect Admiral Pointe, the City would need to install an entire irrigation system, as the water line feeding Admiral Pointe passes through

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Veronica Circle rather than directly down Montgomery Ave. He further emphasized that while it is technically feasible, it depends on the associated costs.

Commissioner Kennedy asked for a consensus from the Commission, for staff to begin addressing the safety issue. Consensus of the City Commission was to direct staff to look at the intersection of Montgomery Avenue and Orlando Avenue.

- Robert Young, Pastor of Victory Tabernacle, stated that they serve the citizens by providing food in the area of Kissimmee Avenue and Silver Star Road. He asked what can the City can do to get that road paved. Public Works Director Krug stated that he and his team are working on a solution. Mr. Young further inquired about a property he is interested in purchasing for his church, and Development Services Director Rumer explained what the intended use for that area is.

- CONSENT AGENDA 7:54 P

Consent Agenda Motion

Motion: Move to adopt the Consent Agenda Item #1-5; Moved by Commissioner Wilsen, seconded by Commissioner Oliver. Motion carried unanimously.

1. Approval of Minutes from the Regular City Commission Meeting held June 4,2024. (City Clerk Sibbitt)

2. Approval of Agreement Renewal for Code Enforcement Board Attorney. (Acting Support Services Director Gaines)

3. Approval to Submit Application to the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation for the Purchase of Fire Safety Education Equipment. (Deputy Fire Chief Van Camp)

4. Approval of the Utility Easement Agreement for Christian Brothers Automotive Development. (Development Engineer Keaton)