City Commission - 12 May 2026

City Commission - 12 May 2026. Location: City Hall - Commission Chambers. Time: 05:30 PM. Agenda: City Commission - 12 May 2026 - Agenda - Html Meeting of the City Commission Agenda - Regular Session City Hall - Commission Chambers Tuesday, May 12, 2026, 5:30 PM PROUD Heritage | PROMISING Future CITY COMMISSION Scott Black, Mayor Normita L. Woodard, Mayor Pro-Tem Kristin Church, Commissioner James D. Shive, Commissioner Mike Stout, Commissioner CITY OFFICIALS Marieke vanErven, City Manager Angelia Guy, City Clerk Patrick Brackins, City Attorney Peter Altman, Finance Officer Page A. MEETING PROCEDURES Republished to Updated Item I2 The City Commission will be meeting in person. As an alternate option, the public may attend virtually. The virtual meeting will be in “watch/listen mode” only; no public comments will be taken virtually. To join the Zoom Meeting by computer or smart device: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86264442414?pwd=ECBavHbrtukToyMjOS381GD1focVIJ.1 Meeting ID: 862 6444 2414 Passcode: 267192 Dial by phone + 1929 205 6099 Public Comment: If you are present in the Commission Chambers, you will be limited to three minutes to make your comments as is the usual rule of procedure for City Commission meetings, except for matters heard in a quasi-judicial capacity. Public comments will not be taken virtually. Submission of Presentations: For security purposes, the City cannot accept jump drives or other USB devices. Please contact the City Clerk for more information. B. CALL TO ORDER B.1. Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance B.2. Roll Call B.3. Changes or Modification to the Agenda B.4. Disclosure of any known conflicts of interest regarding an agenda item. C. PRESENTATIONS C.1. Older Americans Proclamation 2026 OLDER AMERICANS PROCLAMATION 2026 5 C.2. GFWC- Dade City Women's Club Centennial Anniversary GFWC DC Proclamation 6 C.3. National Police Officers' Week National Police Week Proclamation 7 C.4. National Public Works Week 2026 National Public Works Week_2026 8 C.5. National Hospital Week Hospital Week 2026 9 D. PUBLIC COMMENTS E. CONSENT AGENDA E.1. DRAFT 4-28-26 City Commission Meeting Minutes DRAFT 4-28-26 Commission Meeting Minutes 10 - 26 F. CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT AGENDA (IF ANY) G. PUBLIC HEARING - INTRODUCTION & FIRST READING OF PROPOSED ORDINANCES H. PUBLIC HEARING - ADOPTION & SECOND READING OF PROPOSED ORDINANCES H.1. Ordinance 2026-05 Amending Chapter 96- Taxation Agenda Memo - CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DADE CITY ORDINANCE NO. 2026-05 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DADE CITY, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 86 - TAX - Html 2026-05 BTR Ordinance AD Proof business-impact-estimate 27 - 35 I. UNFINISHED BUSINESS I.1. Appointment of a Planning Board Member to fill one vacancy Agenda Memo - Appointment of Planning Board Member to fill one vacancy - Html 36 I.2. Continued Negotiation on First Amendment to Agreement 2025-49 - Borregard Construction of Amphitheater Agenda Memo - First Amendment to Agreement 2025-49 - Borregard Construction of Amphitheater - Html First Amendment to Veterans Park Amphitheater Project w Exhibits Amphitheater Shed Roof Vrs Gable Menu Budget 5 7 26 REV 37 - 195 J. NEW BUSINESS J.1. Re-appointment of Planning Board Member Kline for a four-year term ending in April 2030 Agenda Memo - Re-appointment of Planning Board Member Kline for a four-year term ending in April 2030 - Html 196 K. CITY ADMINISTRATION ITEMS (IF ANY) K.1. City Manager K.2. City Clerk K.3. Finance Officer K.4. City Attorney K.5. Police Chief K.6. Community & Economic Development Director K.7. Public Works Director K.8. Utilities Director L. COMMISSIONER ITEMS M. PUBLIC COMMENTS (FOR ITEMS NOT ALREADY DISCUSSED) N. NOTED ITEMS N.1. Executed agreement 2026-26 surveying services land swap 197 - 199 N.2. Pasco County Historic Preservation Month Resolution Historic Resolution 200 O. ADJOURNMENT FOOTER TEXT CHAMBER RULES: The Dade City Commission welcomes comments from the public regarding non-agenda items during the Public Comment portions of the meeting and agenda items as scheduled. Any person desiring to address the Commission shall secure the permission of the Presiding Officer to do so. Each person addressing the city commission shall do so from the podium, shall remain at the podium at all times during their remarks and shall give their name and address in an audible tone of voice for the record prior to beginning their remarks. Any person wishing to approach the dais from the podium to submit materials to the commission must first seek and receive permission from the presiding officer before approaching the dais. Unless further time is requested and granted by the city commission, each person addressing the city commission shall limit their address to three minutes. All remarks shall be addressed to the city commission as a body and not to any individual member of the city commission, city officer or city employee. No person other than the city commission and the person having the floor, shall be permitted to enter into any discussion, either directly or through a member of the city commission, without permission from the providing officer. No question shall be asked of an individual city commissioner, or city official or city employee except through the presiding officer. Any person making obscene, impertinent, slanderous, vulgar, or abusive remarks or who shall become violent, belligerent, or boisterous while addressing the city commission shall be instructed by the presiding officer to cease making such remarks or engaging in such conduct. If the person fails to comply with the presiding officer’s instruction(s), then they may be removed from the Commission Chambers upon the presiding officer’s directive, unless permission to continue is granted by a majority of the city commission. Public Comment shall be governed by Florida law if the matter is quasi-judicial (variances, rezoning, etc.) Please silence your cellphones during all meetings. APPEALS: Any person desiring to appeal any decision made by the City Commission 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 with the appeal is based. DISABILITY : If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled at no cost to you to the provision of certain assistance within two (2) working days of your receipt of this notice. Please contact the Dade City Clerk’s office, P.O. Box 1355, Dade City, FL 33526-1355; (352) 523-5052 for further assistance and information . Document: City Commission - 12 May 2026 - Minutes - Html Meeting of the City Commission Minutes - City Commission City Hall - Commission Chambers Tuesday, May 12, 2026, 5:30 PM PROUD Heritage | PROMISING Future Members Present Scott Black, Mayor Normita Woodard, Mayor Pro Tem Kristin Church, City Commissioner James Shive, City Commissioner Michael Stout, City Commissioner Staff Present Marieke vanErven, City Manager Angelia Guy, City Clerk Patrick Brackins, City Attorney Peter Altman, Finance Officer William Toner, Public Works Director Catherine Ralston, Community & Economic Development Director Ann Starling, Police Chief Members Absent/Regrets A. MEETING PROCEDURES Republished to Updated Item I2 The City Commission will be meeting in person. As an alternate option, the public may attend virtually. The virtual meeting will be in “watch/listen mode” only; no public comments will be taken virtually. To join the Zoom Meeting by computer or smart device: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86264442414?pwd=ECBavHbrtukToyMjOS381GD1focVIJ.1 Meeting ID: 862 6444 2414 Passcode: 267192 Dial by phone + 1929 205 6099 Public Comment: If you are present in the Commission Chambers, you will be limited to three minutes to make your comments as is the usual rule of procedure for City Commission meetings, except for matters heard in a quasi-judicial capacity. Public comments will not be taken virtually. Submission of Presentations: For security purposes, the City cannot accept jump drives or other USB devices. Please contact the City Clerk for more information. B. CALL TO ORDER 5:51 p.m. B.1. Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance The invocation and the Pledge of Allegiance were given during the CRA meeting. B.2. Roll Call All members were seated and present. B.3. Changes or Modification to the Agenda City Manager vanErven requested to add item C.6, Honoring Officer Dalton Garafolo. This item was later heard during item C.3. B.4. Disclosure of any known conflicts of interest regarding an agenda item. None. C. PRESENTATIONS C.1. Older Americans Proclamation 2026 The proclamation was read by City Clerk Guy and presented by the entire City Commission. Several members from the Area Agency on Aging of Pasco- Pinellas were present to receive the proclamation. C.2. GFWC- Dade City Women's Club Centennial Anniversary The proclamation was read by City Clerk Guy and presented by the entire City Commission. Several members from the General Federation of Women's Clubs (GFWC) Dade City Women's Club, were present to receive the proclamation. C.3. National Police Officers' Week The proclamation was read by City Clerk Guy and presented by the entire City Commission. Several members from the Dade City Police Department and the Police Foundation were present to receive the proclamation. City Manager vanErven also read a Congressional Record Recognition from Congressman Gus Bilirakis honoring Officer Dalton Garafolo as the 2026 Dade City Police Officer of the Year. C.4. National Public Works Week 2026 The proclamation was read by City Clerk Guy and presented by the entire City Commission. Several City Public Works employees were present to receive the proclamation. C.5. National Hospital Week The proclamation was read by City Clerk Guy and presented by the entire City Commission. Several representatives from AdventHealth Dade City were present to receive the proclamation. D. PUBLIC COMMENTS D.1. Vicki Wiggins at 14112 8th Street, Dade City, shared information about the upcoming ribbon-cutting ceremony for Ellianos Coffee on Wednesday, May 27th, at 11 a.m. E. CONSENT AGENDA E.1. DRAFT 4-28-26 City Commission Meeting Minutes Moved by City Commissioner Shive, seconded by City Commissioner Church FOR: Woodard, Church, Shive, Black, and Stout AGAINST: None CARRIED. F. CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT AGENDA (IF ANY) None. G. PUBLIC HEARING - INTRODUCTION & FIRST READING OF PROPOSED ORDINANCES None. H. PUBLIC HEARING - ADOPTION & SECOND READING OF PROPOSED ORDINANCES H.1. Ordinance 2026-05 Amending Chapter 86- Taxation The ordinance was read by title only by City Clerk Guy. The item was presented by City Manager vanErven, who pointed out an error in the agenda title, correcting this item to Chapter 86. Moved by City Commissioner Shive, seconded by City Commissioner Stout FOR: Woodard, Church, Shive, Black, and Stout AGAINST: None CARRIED. I. UNFINISHED BUSINESS I.1. Appointment of a Planning Board Member to fill one vacancy Item was continued to the next meeting by Mayor Black. I.2. Continued Negotiation on First Amendment to Agreement 2025-49 - Borregard Construction of Amphitheater The item was presented by City Manager vanErven, with additional information provided by Finance Officer Altman and City Attorney Brackins. The commission had a lengthy discussion regarding project costs, project scope, long-term value, parking, ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) concerns, operational impacts, community expectations, and comparisons to other municipal park investments. Verbatim Comments Requested for the Record Mayor Pro-Tem Woodard Timestamp: 01:17:40:20 – 01:19:11:01 “I want to address the mere fact that now it's important to get it done. I want my words not to be restricted in the minutes. I want every word that I say to be put in the minutes, verbatim. I hope that this commission that is sitting up here now has the exact same energy, when it comes to the promise of Naomi Jones. I want to hear the same words echoed that expense doesn't matter. We need to do it well. We need to do it right. Because if we're going to do it for one area, we better do it for the other area. And that's my comments.” Commissioner Church concurred with Mayor Pro-Tem Woodard. Commissioner Shive Timestamp: 01:20:52:29 – 01:23:35:16 “First, I want to say that, you know, this commission I want to be verbatim on the record too. This commission took Naomi Jones very serious. There were community meetings. There were charrettes, we had meetings. We had the building design. So, we've committed $1.6 million of ARPA (American Rescue Plan Act) money in the budget for that project. That project will move forward. As far as the DOGE (Department of Governmental Efficiency), you know, Tallahassee and the State's building up bike trails and parks all around the State. So, I can't see where DOGE is going to come down on the City for building a park, that the community... My first obligation is to this community and to the kids in this community, and to make sure they have an area they can play and that is finished and complete. As far as the noise ordinance, we have a noise ordinance on the books. Mr. Stout, before you got here, I spent three years trying to get the noise ordinance teeth in it so we could use it. In fact, it came from Tampa. It's on the books. We need to start enforcing the noise ordinance. On the movie in the park, I talked to Joy Lynn, she told me a lot of things coming up with kids, plays, movie in the park, that sort of thing. That park is not going to be any different than what I hear from Coyote Rojo at my house on Friday and Thursday evenings with the music, no different, no more noise than that. So, I just want to say that we, you know, we just need to get this done and be done with it. And we're all on board with everything Naomi Jones wants to do. I recently spoke to the County. The County is moving forward with the 40,000 square foot building on Florida Avenue. In fact, Keith Wiley is going to come forward and talk about that and commit to the commission. I asked him to come for transparency reasons, to speak to the commission. So, we all have an idea of what's going on there. So, nobody up here is not serious about doing something for the entire community. I want to make that clear number one, so the issue about the homeless, the noise, there are, we have an ordinance on the books that needs to be enforced. We went over that thing, Scott, you know, that thing came up two or three times because we kept hearing we didn't have teeth. You know, as I walked downtown and I hear the tires, the squealing, the loud noise. The problem is enforcing it, getting enforced. And the homeless, that's another issue that we can be dealing with through our police department, with the outside agencies and help to get these people help and move them on. So, this for me, and I appreciate the comments about getting it done, and being us. We have to move on. You know, sometimes I think that up here we tend to make mountains out of mole hills. And we need to move forward, to be totally honest with you.” Mayor Pro-Tem Woodard 1:23:35:16 – 01:25:29:15 “Let me make my comment. First of all, Naomi Jones was supposed to be done back in 2000 when Commissioner Penix was on the seat. So, let's be clear that this wasn't just five years ago. It was supposed to be done; money was set aside. And I want to make sure, because Mr. Borregard has definitely educated me, that we don't have enough money at $1.6 million, because the price has went up approximately 30%. So, I know that $1.6 million is not going to build it because it couldn't even build a little stage. So, we're talking about a whole facility at this particular point. So yes, we're moving forward. But don't act like you did this in order, because Naomi Jones should have already been done, and it's been pushed back and it's been pushed back and nobody says anything. And now we have another project that takes precedence. And there is a, oh, now we're going to, we're going to do Naomi Jones, since the 80s. I'm sorry, after '92 and 2000s. Each year, if you go back and look at the minutes, $50,000 was allocated, $50,000 was allocated, each year and the money was moved and spent somewhere else. So, if we're going to call it tonight, let's call it like it is. And all I'm saying is I want to see that same energy that each one of you have on tonight, when it's time to spend money on Naomi Jones." Mayor Black said they could all safely make the commitment that every park will be a top-quality park. Black shared Bible scripture, Luke 14:28-30. Project representatives, Bill Borregard at 17306 Parrish Grove Road, Dade City, and Architect Erica Craig at 2907 Oak Crest Drive, Plant City, provided additional information regarding project costs, structural requirements, ADA compliance, and design considerations. Staff confirmed that parking lot bid packages would be presented at a future meeting. Mr. Borregard stated that the company had absorbed overruns on previous City projects and remained committed to helping complete the Veterans Park project successfully. Public Comments: Laurie Elkes at 37234 Church Ave. Dade City, expressed frustration regarding the length of time the Veterans Park project has remained unfinished and emphasized the need for the City to complete projects more efficiently and budget appropriately for rising costs. She stated that residents had long anticipated completion of the amphitheater and parking lot improvements and encouraged the City to fulfill those commitments. Ms. Elkes also voiced support for future improvements to Naomi Jones Park. Mary McKnight at 36210 Saint Joe Rd. Dade City, raised concerns regarding amphitheater acoustics and suggested consultation with individuals experienced in amphitheater sound design. She also commented on parking lot traffic flow and pedestrian safety concerns for children utilizing the park. Commissioner Shive responded that acoustical considerations had been discussed during project planning with individuals experienced in amphitheater design and performance spaces. Brian Butler at 14540 8th Street, Dade City, who is a local pastor and President of NAACP (National Association for the Advancement of Colored People) addressed the Commission regarding longstanding delays involving Naomi Jones Park improvements, with upgrades being discussed for more than 30 years. Reverend Butler discussed concerns that funds had repeatedly been redirected to other projects. Naomi Jones Park is not just land, it is a memory, it is heritage, it is community. He emphasized the importance of equitable investment throughout the community and urged the Commission to prioritize unity and fairness in future park improvements. Moved by City Commissioner Shive, seconded by City Commissioner Church to approve option 2, gable roof and additions said by Borregard totaling $255,404. FOR: Church, Shive, Black, and Stout AGAINST: Woodard CARRIED. J. NEW BUSINESS J.1. Re-appointment of Planning Board Member Kline for a four-year term ending in April 2030 The item was presented by Commissioner Stout. The commission briefly discussed whether a formal vote was required under City code, with City Attorney Brackins explaining that while the ordinance does not specifically require a vote, the commission has traditionally voted on appointments. Moved by City Commissioner Stout, seconded by City Commissioner Church to re-appoint Planning Board Member Heather Kline to a four-year term ending in April 2030. FOR: Woodard, Church, Shive, Black, and Stout AGAINST: None CARRIED. K. CITY ADMINISTRATION ITEMS (IF ANY) K.1. City Manager City Manager vanErven announced upcoming meetings with commissioners regarding county-related proposals and updates. She also thanked AdventHealth Dade City for providing a $10,000 sponsorship to support lifesaving technology in police patrol vehicles and recognized Commissioner Stout and a local law firm for sponsoring trauma kits for all patrol vehicles during National Law Enforcement Appreciation Week. K.2. City Clerk City Clerk Guy reminded commissioners about the upcoming Leadership Pasco visit and panel discussion and reported that cemetery survey plans had been completed, with fence relocation corrections underway. She also provided an update on a Sunshine Law Task Force discussion focused on public records and ethics concerns and confirmed that ethics training with the City Attorney is scheduled for June 4 from 12–4 p.m. Guy updated the commission that she will be on vacation starting Wednesday afternoon. K.3. Finance Officer Finance Officer Altman reported that the City’s 2024 financial statements would be delivered to auditors and discussed ongoing challenges with financial software and system integration. He stated that updated financial balances should be available in June and that consultants will present recommendations in July regarding improvements to City policies, procedures, and technology systems. He emphasized that the City is working to correct procedural issues and improve long-term financial stability. K.4. City Attorney City Attorney Brackins stated he had no formal report but reminded commissioners about the upcoming four-hour ethics training session. K.5. Police Chief No report. K.6. Community & Economic Development Director Community and Economic Development Director Ralston announced a May 21 Main Street community meeting regarding reinstating the Main Street program in Dade City. She also announced a May 26 community meeting related to the City’s vulnerability and flooding study. K.7. Public Works Director Public Works Director Toner reported completion of stormwater and pond rejuvenation work that resolved flooding concerns near a critical lift station. He also announced training on the City’s new vac truck, reported continued progress at the wastewater treatment plant, and noted that staff are preparing for hurricane season. K.8. Utilities Director See report on item K.7. L. COMMISSIONER ITEMS L.1. Commissioner Shive commended staff for improvements to wastewater and stormwater infrastructure, raised concerns about odor complaints from a wastewater treatment facility at the business center, and requested monthly updates on the Morningside Drive project. In response, City Attorney Brackins stated the project remains within the approved timeline, though revisions may occur as right-of-way acquisitions and state approvals continue. Commissioner Church expressed concern about increasing State oversight of local government finances and stressed the importance of keeping major infrastructure projects on schedule. Mayor Pro-Tem Woodard announced an upcoming “Seniors Against Fraud” event featuring local law enforcement speakers. She also delivered remarks expressing frustration over ongoing community inequities, systemic racism, and issues with the City splash pad, while reaffirming her commitment to advocating for fairness and accountability in the community. Commissioner Stout recognized Police Week by honoring fallen law enforcement officers and their families, noting that families of officers lost in 2025 were traveling to Washington, D.C., to see their loved ones’ names added to the National Law Enforcement Memorial. He expressed concern over the increasing number of officers killed nationwide, explaining that the memorial is already nearing capacity decades earlier than expected. Stout praised the City’s police officers for the risks they face daily and shared a personal connection to the memorial, as family members of his own are honored there, emphasizing the importance of remembering the sacrifices made by law enforcement and their families. M. PUBLIC COMMENTS (FOR ITEMS NOT ALREADY DISCUSSED) None. N. NOTED ITEMS N.1. N.2. Pasco County Historic Preservation Month Resolution O. ADJOURNMENT 8:00 p.m. FOOTER TEXT Scott Black, Mayor Angelia Guy, City Clerk