Regular City Commission Meeting - via Zoom/Hybrid

MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SARASOTA CITY COMMISSION MEETING OF MAY 15, 2023 PRESENT: Mayor Kyle Scott Battie, Vice Mayor Liz Alpert, Commissioners Erik Arroyo, Jen Ahearn-Koch, Debbie · Trice, and City Manager Marlon Brown, City Attorney Robert Fournier, and City Auditor and Clerk Shayla Griggs (via Zoom/Hybrid) ABSENT: None 9:01 :24 A.M. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Battie at 9:01 A.M. who wished all the wonderful mothers a Happy Mother's Day. 9:02:05A.M. INVOCATION : City Auditor and Clerk Griggs 9:02:27 A.M. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Vice Mayor Alpert 9:02:45 A.M. PLEDGE OF PUBLIC CONDUCT: City Auditor and Clerk Griggs 9:02:59A.M. 1. CHANGES TO THE ORDER OF THE DAY: A) Please add under New Business, Agenda XII, Item No . .4, Approval Re: Authorize the Mayor and City Auditor and Clerk to execute a Proposed Agreement between the City of Sarasota and Braden River Utilities, LLC and Lakewood Ranch Stewardship District providing the City's consent for the assignment of the City's Transmission and Use of Reclaimed Water Agreement with Braden River Utilities, LLC from Braden River Utilities, LLC to the Lakewood Ranch Stewardship District, per the request of City Manager Brown. 8) Please add under New Business, Agenda XII, Item No . 5, Discussion Re: Request to fly the Pride Flag at City Hall, per the request of Vice Mayor Alpert. Mayor Battie noted Commission consensus to approve the Changes to the Order of the Day. 9:03:44 A.M. APPROVE PROPOSED AGENDA SCHEDULE A motion was made by Commissioner Ahearn-Koch, seconded by Vice Mayor Alpert to approve the proposed Agenda Schedule, which carried by a 5-0 vote . 9:04:08A.M. 2. COMMISSION PRESENTATIONS (AGENDA ITEM I) 1) PROCLAMATION RE: PROCLAIMING JUNE 2, 2023 AS NATIONAL GUN VIOLENCE AWARENESS DAY (AGENDA ITEM 1-1) - Presented to: Katie Rose Cianfaglione and Book 68 Page 40208 05/15/23 9:00 A.M .

Book 68 05/15/23 Page 40209 9:00A.M. Ginger McCallum, Moms Demand Action - Sarasota, Florida, Carol Rescigno, Brady Sarasota, Florida, and Terry Binder, Peace Education and Action Center 9:10:44 A.M. 3. CITIZENS' INPUT CONCERNING CITY TOPICS (AGENDA ITEM Ill) 9:11 :58 A.M. Katherine Lindaman, City resident, referred from a photograph rendering displayed on the Chambers monitors of the proposed development at 1260 North Palm Avenue which was also provided to the Commission and for the record, indicating her input is for the Director of Development Services and the City Manager, North Palm Avenue, the Arts District has its own distinct character and the proposed development looks out of place, disjointed, does not comply with City Zoning Code IV-506 which states "Must be compatible with adjoining properties" and violates the visual integrity. 9:15:16 A.M. Citizens' Input continued from individuals in the Chambers at City Hall. City Auditor and Clerk Griggs left and returned to her seat at 9: 15 A.M. 9:22:12 A.M. William Carnes, City resident, referred from a photograph rendering displayed on the Chambers monitors of the proposed development at 1260 North Palm Avenue, indicating he is present to register his strong opposition to the skyscraper proposed at 1260 North Palm Avenue. 9:26:06 A.M. Donna Lerner, City resident, referred from a photograph rendering displayed on the Chambers monitors of the proposed development at 1260 North Palm Avenue, indicating so far development here for the most part followed the plan, the dream, please do not screw it up. 9:29:16 A.M. Elke Lanphard, City resident, referred from a copy of the TIME Magazine (August 2 -August 9, 2021) issue cover and photograph of the board game Sarasota Opoly displayed on the Chambers monitors, indicating the Commission is thanked for their part in making this a wonderful place to live, the hope is to keep Palm Avenue, the walkable, shopping and dining attraction it is now. 9:32:36 A.M. Citizens' Input continued from individuals in the Chambers at City Hall. 9:41 :53 A.M. Citizens' Input received from an individual via Zoom.

9:44:11 A.M. 4. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES (AGENDA ITEM IV-1 , AND -2 ) 9:44:34A.M. A motion was made by Commissioner Ahearn-Koch, seconded by Commissioner Arroyo to approve the minutes of the April 17, 2023, Regular Sarasota City Commission Meeting, which carried by a 5-0 vote. 9:45:10 A.M. A motion was made by Commissioner Ahearn-Koch , seconded by Commissioner Arroyo to approve the minutes of the April 17, 2023, Special Sarasota City Commission Meeting, which carried by a 5-0 vote. 9:45:25 A.M. 5. BOARD ACTIONS (AGENDA ITEM V) 1) REPORT RE: DOWNTOWN IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT (DID) REPORT, RECOMMENDATION, AND SIDEWALK CAFE PERMIT AMENDMENT REQUEST (AGENDA ITEM V-1) 9:45:39 A.M. Business District Manager Julie Ryan, Planning Department and Wayne Ruben, Chair, Downtown Improvement District (DID), came before the Commission. 9:45: 50 A.M . Mr. Ruben presented and stated that at the April 04, 2023, Regular DID Advisory Board Meeting, the DID Board voted to ask the Commission to consider an amendment to the Sidewalk Cafe Permit for an additional square footage fee of $3.00 for cleaning of the sidewalks. 9:48:43A.M. Mr. Ruben and Ms. Ryan left the Dais. 9:48:58A.M. City Manager Brown stated that the two recommendations for Commission consideration are: 1) The owner(s) of the restaurant(s) can clean the sidewalks themselves, or 2) The City can add on the additional fee as an alternative . 9:49:20A.M. Citizens' Input received from an individual in the Chambers at City Hall. 9:51 :59 A.M. Mr. Ruben and Ms. Ryan returned to the Dais. 9:52:20A.M. Questions posed by Commissioner Trice were addressed Mr . Ruben and Ms. Ryan, and the City Manager provided input. City Aud itor and Clerk Griggs left the Dais at 9:54 A.M and returned at 9:55 A.M . Book 68 Page 40210 05/15/23 9:00 A.M.

9:56:24A.M. Book 68 05/15/23 Page 40211 9:00 A.M. Questions posed by Commissioner Ahearn-Koch were addressed by Mr. Ruben, Ms. Ryan and the City Manager. 9:59:12 A.M. Questions posed by Commissioner Arroyo were addressed by Ms. Ryan, Mr. Ruben, and the City Manager provided input, and Ms. Ryan referred from a printed table displayed on the Chambers monitors which outlined the current and proposed sidewalk cleaning fees. 10:05:03 A.M. Vice Mayor Alpert spoke to the topic. 10:07:10 A.M. Mayor Battie stated that he concurs with the sentiments of the Commission. 10:07:19 A.M. Ms. Ryan and Mr. Ruben left the Dais. 10:08:24 A.M. A motion was made by Vice Mayor Alpert, seconded by Commissioner Ahearn-Koch to accept the Downtown Improvement District (DID) Report and recommendations, which carried by a 5-0 vote. 10:09:07 A.M. A motion was made by Vice Mayor Alpert, seconded by Commissioner Ahearn-Koch to direct Staff to amend the City's Sidewalk Cafe Permit Ordinance to increase the fee by $3.00 per square-foot for cleaning the sidewalks and to return back before the Commission for consideration and approval, which carried by a 4-1 vote with Commissioner Arroyo voting no. 10:09:53 A.M. 2) REPORT RE: INDEPENDENT POLICE ADVISORY PANEL REPORT ON THE CANNABIS CIVIL CITATION PROGRAM (AGENDA ITEM V-2) City Auditor and Clerk Griggs left and returned to her seat at 10:10 A.M. 10:10:16 A.M. Administrator of the Independent Police Advisory Panel (IPAP) Heather Salzman, Dr. Vicki Lachman, Chair, IPAP, Assistant City Attorney Joseph Polzak, City Attorney's Office, Captain Robert Armstrong, Sarasota Police Department (SPD), and Civilian Investigator Mitchell "Mike" Motafches, SPD, came before the Commission. 10:10:57 A.M. Ms. Salzman provided a brief introduction and requested the individuals seated at the Dais to introduce themselves, which was received.

10:11 :20 A.M. Dr. Lachman presented. City Manager Brown and City Auditor and Clerk Griggs left and returned to their seats at 10:13 A.M . City Auditor and Clerk Griggs left the Dais 10:20 A.M . and returned at 10:21 A.M . 10:20:46 A.M . Questions posed by Commissioner Trice were addressed by Captain Armstrong, Mr. Motafches, Dr. Lachman, and Assistant City Attorney Polzak. City Auditor and Clerk Griggs left and returned to her seat at 10:26 A.M . 10:26:50 A.M. Questions posed by Commissioner Arroyo were addressed by Assistant City Attorney Polzak and Ms. Salzman. 10:28:49 A.M . Questions posed by Commissioner Ahearn-Koch were addressed by Captain Armstrong and Ms. Salzman . 10:31 :40 A.M. Questions posed by the Vice Mayor were addressed by Dr. Lachman and Assistant City Attorney Polzak, and a question posed by the City Attorney to Assistant City Attorney Polzak was addressed. 10:34:37 A.M . City Manager Brown stated that it was a Commission decision to not require identification; that a former Commissioner who basically advocated for this was instrumental in terms of helping the Commission to make this as less severe as possible; however, the Ordinance is right for amending and revising. 10 :35 :57 A.M . Ms. Salzman, Dr. Lachman, Mr. Motafches, Assistant City Attorney Polzak, and Captain Armstrong left the Dais. 10:36:27 A.M. A motion was made by Vice Mayor Alpert, seconded by Commissioner Arroyo to accept the Independent Police Advisory Panel (IPAP) Report on the Cannabis Civil Citation Program, which carried by a 5-0 vote. 10:37:02 A.M. A motion was made by Vice Mayor Alpert, seconded by Commissioner Ahearn-Koch to direct Staff to draft a proposed Ordinance based upon the Independent Police Advisory Panel (IPAP) Report and Recommendation as presented with the inclusion of having violators product identification, which carried by a 5-0 vote. The Commission recessed at 10:37 A.M . and reconvened at 10:51 A.M. Book 68 05/15/23 Page 40212 9:00 A.M.

10:51 :03 A.M. 6. CONSENT AGENDA NO. 1 (AGENDA ITEM Vil 10:51:14A.M. Book 68 05/15/23 Page 40213 9:00AM. Commissioner Trice requested to remove from Consent No. 1, Agenda Item VI, Item No. 7 and Commissioner Arroyo requested to remove Item No. 8. 1) Approval Re: Authorize the Mayor and City Auditor and Clerk to execute the Agreement between the City of Sarasota and AmeriCaption, Inc. (RFP #23-16JS) for Transcription and Closed Captioning Services for City Commission meetings. The City spends approximately $32,000.00 per year from the Citizens with Disabilities fund on live captioning of City Commission meetings (Agenda Item Vl-1) 2) Approval Re: Authorize the Mayor and City Auditor and Clerk to execute the Municipal Services and Pre-Annexation Agreement between the City of Sarasota and Kelly Bertolani for the real property located at 3040 Arlington Street, Sarasota, FL (Agenda Item Vl-2) 3) Approval Re: Fiscal Year 2023 -2024 Annual Expenditure Budget for the City of Sarasota Bayfront Mooring Field in the amount of $150,905.96 (Agenda Item Vl-3) 4) Approval Re: Authorize the Mayor and City Auditor and Clerk to execute the Second Extension Agreement between the City of Sarasota and Magnum Builders of Sarasota, Inc., McIntyre Elwell & Strammer General Contractors, Inc. and Miller Construction Management, Inc. (RFP#19-14CM) for City-wide Construction Services on an as needed basis. The City has spent approximately $ 2,303,086.00 over the past four years on these contracts (Agenda Item Vl-4) 5) Approval Re: Authorize the Mayor and City Auditor and Clerk to execute the First Amendment and First Extension of Agreement between the City of Sarasota and Selectron Technologies, Inc (RFP #19-36CM) for Integrated Voice Response System. The City has spent $213,575.00 for these services for the initial three years. This request is for $43,115.00 (Agenda Item Vl-5) 6) Approval Re: Authorize the Mayor and City Auditor and Clerk to execute a second Amended and Restated Escrow Agreement by and among The City of Sarasota, a Florida municipal corporation; S.S. Sasquatch, LLC, a Florida limited liability company; VW Village, LLC, a Florida limited liability company; and Fournier, Connolly, Shamsey, Mladinich & Polzak, P.A., as escrow Agent extending the time from July 7, 2023 until July 7, 2026 for the applicant to obtain the first Vertical Building Permit to construct attainable workforce housing (Agenda Item Vl-6) 9) Approval Re: Authorize the Mayor and City Auditor and Clerk to execute the Local Agency Program Agreement between the City of Sarasota and the State of Florida Department of Transportation for Ringling Boulevard and Pine Place Roundabout Project (Agenda Item Vl-9) 10:51 :50 A.M. A motion was made by Commissioner Ahearn-Koch, seconded by Commissioner Tice to approve Item Nos. 1 through 6 and 9, which carried by a 5-0 vote.

10:52:10 A.M . 7. ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT AGENDA NO. 1 (AGENDA ITEM VI) 1) Approval Re: Federal FY2023-24 Draft Annual Action Plan Approval and Advertisement (Agenda Item Vl-7) 10:52:26 A.M. Commissioner Trice spoke to the topic and stated that she wants to allow General Manager Cynthia "Cindy" Emshoff, Office of Housing & Community Development (OHCD), Planning Department to publicize these programs and explain how she is soliciting public input. 10:53:35 A.M. General Manager Cynthia "Cindy" Emshoff, OHCD, Planning Department, came before the Commission and presented. 10:55:14 A.M. Questions posed by Commissioner Trice were addressed by Ms. Emshoff and she left the Dais. 10:56:39 A.M . A motion was made by Vice Mayor Alpert, seconded by Commissioner Ahearn-Koch to approve Item No. 7, which carried by a 5-0 vote. 10 :56:58 A.M . 2) Approval Re: Authorize the Mayor and City Auditor and Clerk to execute the Second Extension of Agreement between the City of Sarasota and Sunrise Plants, Inc. (RFP #19-17CM) for Ornamental Plant Installation and Maintenance Service FY 2023-2024 (Agenda Item Vl-8) 10 :57:10 A.M . Business District Manager Julie Ryan, Planning Department, came before the Commission . 10:57:21 A.M . Question posed by Commissioner Arroyo was addressed by Ms. Ryan. 10:58:31 A.M . Commissioner Ahearn-Koch spoke to the topic. 10:59:23 A.M. Commissioner Trice stated that she concurs with Commissioner Ahearn-Koch and spoke to the topic. 11 :00:08 A.M. Question posed by the Vice Mayor to Commissioner Arroyo was addressed and Ms. Ryan provided input. Book 68 05/15/23 Page 40214 9:00A.M .

11 :00:58 A.M. Book 68 05/15/23 Page 40215 9:00 A.M. Question posed by Commissioner Arroyo was addressed by Ms. Ryan and he requested a breakdown on how much the City spent on plants be provided to the Commission, and Ms. Ryan stated that she will provide the Commission with the numbers. 11 :03:31 A.M. A motion was made by Vice Mayor Alpert, seconded by Commissioner Trice to approve Item No. 8, which carried by a 5-0 vote. 11 :03:48 A.M. 8. CONSENT AGENDA NO. 2 (AGENDA ITEM VII} 11 :04:14 A.M. City Auditor and Clerk Griggs read proposed Resolution Nos. 23R-3183 and 23R-3184, and second readings of proposed Ordinance Nos. 23-5478 and 23-5483 by titles only. 1) Adoption Re: Proposed Resolution No. 23R-3183, authorizing the execution by the Mayor and attestation by the City Auditor and Clerk on behalf of the City of Sarasota of the Local Agency Program Agreement between the State of Florida Department of Transportation and the City of Sarasota, etc. (Title Only) for the Ringling Boulevard and Pine Place Roundabout Project (Agenda Item Vll-1) 2) 2 Adoption Re: Proposed Resolution No. 23R-3184, amending the budget for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2022 by providing for supplemental appropriations in the amounts identified in exhibit A: providing for severability if any of the parts hereof are declared invalid, etc. (Title Only) to establish an expenditure budget of $250,000.00 for general liability claims expected utilizing a transfer from the Workers' Compensation Fund available fund balance (Agenda Item Vll-2) 3) Adoption Re: Second Reading of Proposed Ordinance No. 23-5478, amending and restating previously approved Ordinance No. 16-5167, as amended by Ordinance No. 21-5362, so as to extend the time for compliance with a condition of approval; Ordinance No. 16-5167 amended the Future Land Use Chapter of the Comprehensive Plan of the City of Sarasota [AKA The Sarasota City Plan (2030)] to change the Future Land Use Map Classification of an approximately 7.8780 acre parcel of property lying on the northerly side of Fruitville Road and the easterly side of Audubon Place with street addresses of 2211 Fruitville Road and 300 Audubon Place from the Urban Edge Future Land Use Map Classification to the Downtown Core Future Land Use Map Classification, in accordance with Comprehensive Plan Amendment Application No. 15-PA-02; and also conditionally amended the text of the Future Land Use Chapter of the Sarasota City Plan (2030), Action Strategy 1.10, Site Specific Future Land Use Map Amendment Limitations to add thereto a new Subsection (4) applicable to said property; providing for the severability of the parts hereof, etc. (Title Only) (Application No. 15-PA-02, Applicant: VW Village, LLC) (Agenda Item Vll-3) 4) Adoption Re: Second Reading of Proposed Ordinance No. 23-5483, amending and restating Ordinance 97-3975 which provided for the Historic Designation of the main residential structure and detached garage located at 2319 lxora Avenue so as to provide that said structures shall hereafter be known and referred to as "Berket's Bungalow", etc. (Title Only) (Agenda Item Vll-4)

11 :07 : 11 AM. A motion was made by Commissioner Ahearn-Koch, seconded by Vice Mayor Alpert to approve Item Nos. 1 through 4, which carried by a 5-0 vote. 11 :07:36 AM. 9. BOARD APPOINTMENTS (AGENDA ITEM VIII) 11 :07:41 AM . 1) APPOINTMENT RE: RECOMMENDATION OF CITY REPRESENTATIVE TO THE SARASOTA COUNTY PARKS ADVISORY AND RECREATION COUNCIL (PARC) (AGENDA ITEM Vlll-1) 11 :07:52 AM . City Auditor and Clerk Griggs presented. 11 :08 :39 AM. Mayor Battie noted Commission consensus to appoint Deborah Pasteur to serve as the City representative to the Sarasota County Parks Advisory and Recreation Council (PARC).until May 30 , 2026. 11:08:41 AM. Mayor Battie, on behalf of the Commission congratulated Ms. Pasteur on her appointment to the Sarasota County PARC. 11:08:47 AM . 10. UNFINISHED BUSINESS (AGENDA ITEM IX ) 1) DISCUSSION RE : BOBBY JONES GOLF CLUB (BJGC) CLUBHOUSE CONCEPTUAL DESIGN PRESENTATION (AGENDA ITEM IX-1) 11 :09:03 AM. General Manager Susan "Sue" Martin, Parks and Recreation, Justin Williams, Vice-president, Jon F. Swift, Inc., and Nicholas "Nick" Bosman, Architect, Fawley Bryant Architecture, and Chris Cianfaglione, Landscape Production Designer, Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc., came before the Commission. City Auditor and Clerk Griggs left and returned to her seat at 11 :09 AM. 11 :09 : 19 AM. Ms. Martin requested the presenters at the Dais to introduce themselves, provided a brief historical overview of the proposed project and referred from a prior rendering displayed on the Chambers monitors. Book 68 Page 40216 05/15/23 9:00 A.M.

11:10:16A.M. Book 68 05/15/23 Page 40217 9:00A.M. Messrs. Williams and Bosman presented and referred from a PowerPoint presentation entitled "Bobby Jones Golf Club Sarasota, Florida Main Clubhouse Concept Design Review Package March 2023", displayed on the Chambers monitors, and City Manager Brown provided input. 11 :19:39 A.M. Ms. Martin, and Messrs. Williams, Bosman, and Cianfaglione left the Dais. 11 :20:07 A.M. Jose Fernandez, City resident, referred from a PowerPoint presentation displayed on the Chambers monitors entitled "BJGC Jose Fernandez 5/15/23," indicating annual loses at Bobby Jones Golf Course have been a topic before the Commission since he began participating in 2018 and he cannot believe the City has gone from an unacceptable $800,000 per year losses to an acceptable $1.5 million per year losses, therefore the City should stop this madness not approve this Clubhouse. 11 :23:35 A.M. Ms. Martin, and Messrs. Williams, Bosman, and Cianfaglione returned to the Dais. 11 :24:10 A.M. Questions posed by Commissioner Arroyo were addressed by the City Manager, Messrs. Williams, Bosman, Cianfaglione and slides with proposed renderings were referenced and displayed on the Chambers monitors. 11 :31 :08 A.M. Vice Mayor Alpert spoke to the topic and posed a question which was addressed by the City Manager and Mr. Williams provided input. 11 :33:54 A.M. Questions posed by Commissioner Ahearn-Koch were addressed by Mr. Williams, Ms. Martin, and the City Manager, while referencing from previous renderings which were displayed on the Chambers monitors, and Commissioner Ahearn-Koch voiced concerns regarding costs which was addressed by the City Manager and Ms. Martin. 11 :41 :45 A.M. Questions posed by Commissioner Trice were addressed by Mr. Williams and Ms. Martin, and the City Manager provided input. 11 :46:34 A.M. Questions posed by the Mayor were addressed by Messrs. Williams, Bosman, Ms. Martin, and the City Manager. 11 :50:12 A.M. Question posed by the Vice Mayor was addressed by Ms. Martin and the Vice Mayor spoke in favor of the proposed rendering.

11:53:10 A.M. Questions posed by Commissioner Arroyo were addressed by Messrs. Williams, Cianfaglione, and the City Manager. 11 :59 :01 A.M. Mayor Battie spoke to the topic and posed questions which were addressed by Mr. Williams and Ms. Martin. Commissioner Arroyo left and returned to the Dais at 12:00 P.M. 12:02:11 P.M. City Manager Brown requested and Parks and Recreation Director Jerry Fogle, Parks and Recreation, came before the Commission to address questions posed by Commissioner Ahearn-Koch, and the City Manager provided input. 12:04:44 P.M. A motion was made by Vice Mayor Alpert, and seconded by Commissioner Arroyo to approve the Bobby Jones Golf Club (BJGC) Clubhouse Conceptual Design and for Staff to return before the Commission with an estimate of the full cost and funding plan. 12:05:15 P.M. Commissioner Arroyo spoke to the motion. 12:07:06 P.M. Commissioner Ahearn-Koch spoke to the motion. 12:09:24 P.M. Mayor Battie spoke to the motion. 12:10:52 P.M. Mayor Battie called for a vote on the motion to approve the Bobby Jones Golf Club (BJGC) Clubhouse Conceptual Design and for Staff to return before the Commission with an estimate of the full cost and funding plan, which carried by a 4-1 vote with Commissioner Ahearn-Koch. 12:11 :05 P.M. City Manager Brown stated that the belief is this is Ms. Martin's last Commission-related meeting since she is retiring and her years of service with the City are recognized . The Commission recessed at 12:12 P.M. and reconvened at 1 :15 P.M. 1 :16:43 P.M. 11. LEGISLATIVE PUBLIC HEARINGS (AGENDA ITEM X) 1 :16:54 P.M. City Auditor and Clerk Griggs administered the oath to persons wishing to speak during the Public Hearings. Book 68 05/15/23 Page 40218 9:00 A.M .

Book 68 Page 40219 05/15/23 9:00 A.M. 1) PUBLIC HEARING RE: PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO. 23-5482, AMENDING THE FLOODPLAIN MANAGEMENT ORDINANCE NO 22-5431 , CHAPTER 2, DEFINITIONS, SECTION 202 , DEFINITIONS, AMENDING THE DEFINITION OF MARKET VALUE SO AS TO COMPLY WITH GUIDANCE OF THE FLORIDA OFFICE OF FLOODPLAIN MANAGEMENT, FLORIDA DIVISION OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY OF THE PARTS HEREOF IF DECLARED INVALID, ETC. (TITLE ONLY) (AGENDA ITEM X-1 l 1 :17:31 P.M. Mayor Battie opened the Public Hearing. 1:17:40 P.M. City Auditor and Clerk Griggs read proposed Ordinance No. 23-5482 by title only. 1:18:56 P.M. Emergency Manager Richard "Todd" Kerkering, Sarasota Police Department (SPD), and Flood Plain Manager/CRS Coordinator Cynthia Cahill, Development Services, came before the Commission. 1:19:09 P.M. Ms. Cahill provided a brief overview of proposed Ordinance No. 23-5482. 1 :21 :03 P.M. Question posed by the Vice Mayor was addressed by Ms. Cahill. 1 :21 :26 P.M. No one signed up to speak and the Mayor closed the Public Hearing. 1 :21 :29 P.M. A motion was made by Commissioner Arroyo, seconded by Commissioner Ahearn-Koch to pass proposed Ordinance No. 23-5482 on first reading, which carried by a 5-0 vote. 1 :21 :59 P.M. 2) PUBLIC HEARING RE: PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO. 23-5484, AMENDING THE SARASOTA CITY CODE, CHAPTER 19. LOCAL BUSINESS TAXES, SECTION 19-11 , LOCAL BUSINESS TAX SCHEDULE , BY ADJUSTING THE LOCAL BUSINESS TAX RECEIPT FEES FOR ENGAGING OR MANAGING BUSINESSES , PROFESSIONS OR OCCUPATIONS WITHIN THE CITY; PROVIDING FOR THE SEVERABILITY OF PARTS HEREOF IF DECLARED INVALID; PROVIDING FOR REPEALING OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT, ETC. (TITLE ONL Yl (AGENDA ITEM X-2 ) 1:22:11 P.M. Mayor Battie opened the Public Hearing.

1 :22 :32 P.M. City Auditor and Clerk Griggs read proposed Ordinance No. 23-5484 by title only. 1:23:22 P.M. General Manager Myra Schwartz and Local Business Tax Specialist Henry Gaddy, Development Services Department, came before the Commission. 1:23:28 P.M. Ms. Schwartz provided a brief overview of proposed Ordinance No. 23-5484 . City Auditor and Clerk Griggs left and returned to her seat at 1:26 P.M . 1:26:58 P.M. Questions posed by Commissioner Arroyo were addressed by Mr. Gaddy, Ms . Schwartz, and the City Manager. City Auditor and Clerk Griggs left and returned to her seat at 1:27 P.M. 1:30:08 P.M. Commissioner Ahearn-Koch spoke to the topic which is favored and recommended language be updated in the proposed Ordinance which was addressed by the City Manager. 1 :32:12 P. M. Commissioner Trice spoke to the topic and posed a question which was addressed by the City Manager. 1 :35 :20 P.M. No one signed up to speak and the Mayor closed the Public Hearing. 1:35:23 P.M. A motion was made by Commissioner Ahearn-Koch, and seconded by Commissioner Trice to pass proposed Ordinance No. 23-5484 with the inclusion of providing for a five (5) percent increase in the current Local Business Tax Receipt fees for engaging or managing Businesses, Professions or Occupations within the City on first reading. 1:35:45 P.M. Commissioner Arroyo spoke to the motion which is not favored . 1:37:46 P.M. Commissioner Alpert spoke in support of the motion. 1:38:44 P. M. Mayor Battie spoke in support of the motion. Book 68 05/15/23 Page 40220 9:00 A.M .

Book 68 Page 40221 05/15/23 9:00 A.M. 1:38:47 P.M. Commissioner Ahearn-Koch spoke in support of the motion. 1:39:51 P.M. Mayor Battie called for a vote on the motion to pass proposed Ordinance No. 23-5484 with the inclusion of providing for a five (5) percent increase in the current Local Business Tax Receipt fees for engaging or managing Businesses, Professions or Occupations within the City on first reading, which carried by a 4-1 vote with Commissioner Arroyo voting no. 1 :40:05 P.M. 12. NEW BUSINESS (AGENDA ITEM XII) 1) PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION RE: TERM SHEET FOR A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH THE PLAYERS, INC. OF THE CITY-OWNED BUILDING LOCATED 2110 ADAMS LANE (AGENDA ITEM Xll-1) 1 :40:22 P.M. Economic Development Manager Wayne Applebee, Planning Department, Manager Facilities/Asset Robert "Rob" Schanley, Facilities Division, Development Services Department, and William Skaggs, Chief Executive Officer, The Players (The Players), Centre for Performing Arts, came before the Commission. 1:40:42 P.M. Mr. Applebee presented. 1:43:39 P.M. Messrs. Applebee, Schanley and Skaggs left the Dais. 1 :44:00 P.M. Citizens' Input received from an individual in the Chambers at City Hall. 1 :45:09 P.M. Messrs. Applebee, Schanley, and Skaggs returned to the Dais. 1:45:24 P.M. Questions posed by Commissioner Ahearn-Koch were addressed by Messrs. Skaggs, Schanley, and the City Manager, while referencing from an aerial map displayed on the Chambers monitors. City Auditor and Clerk Griggs left and returned to her seat at 1 :45 P.M. 1:56:25 P.M. Martin Black, who signed up to speak under Citizens' Input representing The Players, came before the Commission.

1:56:29 P.M. Commissioner Arroyo spoke to the topic. 1:57:56 P.M. Vice Mayor Alpert spoke to the topic. 1:59:17 P.M. Commissioner Trice spoke to the topic and posed questions which were addressed by Mr. Skaggs and the City Manager. 2:02:10 P.M. Mayor Battie spoke to the topic. 2:04:41 P.M. Messrs. Schanley and Applebee left the Dais. 2:04:45 P.M. City Manager Brown spoke to the topic. 2:05:30 P.M. Messrs. Skaggs and Black left the Dais. 2:05:44 P.M. A motion was made by Commissioner Arroyo, seconded by Vice Mayor Alpert to direct Staff to collaborate with the City Attorney's Office to draft a Lease Agreement with The Players (The Players) Centre, Inc. for Performing Arts based on the Term Sheet, as presented for the City-owned building located at 2110 Adams Lane for The Players to commence their due diligence investigation of the Payne Park Auditorium which includes preparing a survey and legal description of the proposed leasehold, and for Staff to return back before the Commission with the proposed Lease Agreement for consideration and approval, which carried by a 5-0 vote. 2:06:07 P.M. 2) DISCUSSION RE: AMENDMENT TO THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OVERLAY DISTRICT (AGENDA ITEM Xll-2) 2:06:42 P.M. Ken Waters, Vice President of Resident Services, Sarasota Housing Authority (SHA) and Joel Freedman, ACIP, Freedman Consulting & Development, LLC, came before the Commission. 2:06:42 P.M. Mayor Battie provided a brief overview. 2:07:34 P.M. Mr. Waters presented. Book 68 05/15/23 Page 40222 9:00 A.M.

2:08:20 P.M. Book 68 05/15/23 Page 40223 9:00 A.M. Questions posed by Commissioner Ahearn-Koch were addressed by Mr. Freedman and General Manager Ryan Chapdelain, Planning Department who came before the Commission, and the City Manager provided input. 2:11 :10 P.M. Question posed by the City Manager was addressed by Mr. Waters and Commissioner Ahearn-Koch continued to pose questions which were addressed by Messrs. Freedman, Chapdelain, and the City Manager. 2:12:56 P.M. Commissioner Trice voiced concerns and stated that the request to count 750 square feet and below sends the wrong signal as if the City is trying to bypass the Comprehensive Plan Amendment process and vote 3-2 instead of the required 4-1 vote. 2:14:19 P.M. Commissioner Arroyo spoke to the topic which is favored. 2:15:14 P.M. Questions posed by the Vice Mayor were addressed by Messrs. Chapdelain and Freedman, Commissioners Ahearn-Koch and Arroyo, and the City Manager provided input. Commissioner Arroyo left the Chambers at 2:17 P.M. and returned at 2:19 P.M. The Commission recessed at 2:20 P.M. and reconvened at 2:31 P.M. Manager of Long-Range Planning David Smith, Planning Department, came before the Commission. 2:31 :19 P.M. City Manager Brown requested Mr. Smith to share what options are before the Commission for consideration were addressed, and the City Manager provided input. 2:32:51 P.M. Question posed by Mr. Freedman was addressed by the City Manager and Mr. Smith provided input. 2:33:47 P.M. Question posed by Commissioner Trice was addressed by Mr. Waters. 2:34:04 P.M. Questions posed by the Vice Mayor were addressed by Messrs. Smith, Chapdelain, and the City Manager. 2:34:50 P.M. City Manager Brown suggested a motion for the Commission to consider which was received.

2:35 :04 P.M . A motion was made by Vice Mayor Alpert, seconded by Commissioner Ahearn-Koch to direct Staff to collaborate with Sarasota Housing Authority (SHA) to submit a joint Application paid for by the Applicant for Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Text Amendments to the SHA Overlay District, which carried by a 5-0 vote. 2:36:29 P.M. 3) APPROVAL RE: CITY WORKSHOP MEETING ON MONDAY, JULY 10, 2023 AT 9:00 AM FOR AN UPDATE ON THE UTILITIES MASTER PLAN/CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM AND UTILITIES RATE STUDY (AGENDA ITEM Xll-3} 2:36:47 P.M. City Manager Brown presented and stated that the proposed Sarasota City Commission Workshop meeting date of Monday, July 10, 2023, at 9:00 A.M. is currently not on the Commission's calendars; that Staff is seeking Commission approval of this date to provide the Commission with an update on the City's Capital Improvement Master Plan for water and utilities; that Staff has also been working with Commissioner Ahearn-Koch regarding the City's ability to implement the Vacation Rental Ordinance City-wide which will also be discussed. 2:38 : 18 P.M . A motion was made by Commissioner Ahearn-Koch, seconded by Vice Mayor Alpert to direct Staff to schedule a Sarasota City Commission Workshop for Monday, July 10, 2023, at 9:00 AM. , which carried by a 5-0 vote. 2:38:41 P.M. 4) APPROVAL RE: AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR AND CITY AUDITOR AND CLERK TO EXECUTE A PROPOSED AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF SARASOTA AND BRADEN RIVER UTILITIES, LLC. AND LAKEWOOD RANCH STEWARDSHIP DISTRICT PROVIDING THE CITY'S CONSENT FOR THE ASSIGNMENT OF THE CITY'S TRANSMISSION AND USE OF RECLAIMED WATER AGREEMENT WITH BRADEN RIVER UTILITIES, LLC. FROM BRADEN RIVER UTILITIES, LLC. TO THE LAKEWOOD RANCH STEWARDSHIP DISTRICT (AGENDA ITEM Xll-4} 2:39 :08 P.M. Director William "Bill" Riebe, Utilities Department, came before the Commission and presented. 2:39:55 P.M. A motion was made by Vice Mayor Alpert, seconded by Commissioner Ahearn-Koch to authorize the Mayor and City Auditor and Clerk to execute a proposed Agreement between the City of Sarasota and Braden River Utilities, LLC., and Lakewood Ranch Stewardship District providing the City's consent for the assignment of the City's transmission and use of Reclaimed Water Agreement with Braden River Utilities, LLC . from Braden River Utilities, LLC. to the Lakewood Ranch Stewardship District, which carried by a 5-0 vote. 2:40:36 P.M. 5) DISCUSSION RE: REQUEST TO FLY THE PRIDE FLAG AT CITY HALL (AGENDA ITEM Xll-5) Book 68 Page 40224 05/15/23 9:00 A.M.

City Auditor and" Clerk Griggs left and returned to her seat at 2:40 P.M. 2:40:47 PM. Book 68 Page 40225 05/15/23 9:00 A.M. Jason Champion, President, Project Pride SRQ, Inc., came before the Commission. 2:40:53 P.M. Vice Mayor Alpert presented and stated that June is "Pride" month and for the first seven days the Florida Department of Transportation will be lighting the Ringling Causeway Bridge, and the belief is it would be appropriate to also fly the Pride Flag at City Hall. 2:41 :32 P.M. Mr. Champion presented and displayed the Pride Flag on the Chambers monitors. 2:43:08 P.M. Citizens' Input received from an individual in the Chambers at City Hall. 2:46:31 P.M. A motion was made by Vice Mayor Alpert, seconded by Commissioner Ahearn-Koch to fly the Pride Flag at City Hall from June 01, 2023, through June 07, 2023, which is also when the Florida Department of Transportation will be lighting the Ringling Causeway Bridge, which carried by a 5-0 vote. 2:47:11 P.M. 13. CITIZENS' INPUT CONCERNING CITY TOPICS (AGENDA ITEM XIII ) No one signed up to speak. 2:47:32 P.M. 14. REMARKS OF COMMISSIONERS , ANNOUNCEMENTS AND ITEMS FOR NEXT AGENDA {AGENDA ITEM XIV ) 2:56:12 P.M. COMMISSIONER TRICE: Remarks received. 2:58:35 P.M. COMMISSIONER AHEARN-KOCH: Remarks received. 3:07:51 P.M. COMMISSIONER ARROYO: Remarks received.

3:07:56 P.M. VICE MAYOR ALPERT: Remarks received and voiced concerns regarding the safety of bicyclists who utilize the Ringling and Legacy Trails and the need for drivers to pay attention, and the City Manager stated that discussions will be had with the Engineering and Sarasota Police Departments about possibly having more visibility at those intersections. 3:11 :23 P.M. MAYOR BATTIE: Remarks received . 2:47:32 P.M . 15. OTHER MATTERS/ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICERS (AGENDA ITEM XV) 2:47:58 P.M. CITY ATTORNEY FOURNIER: A. Sought and received Commission consensus for the City Attorney's Office to initiate a Zoning Text Amendment regarding the City's internal Appeal process to eliminate the need to go before the Development Review Committee or have a Staff Report, and go directly to the Planning Board Local Planning Agency with a proposed Ordinance and explanation , and then come before the Commission . 2:49:54 P.M. B. Stated that inquiries about the Sit/Lie Ordinance have been received which was on the Commission's Agenda last year and scheduled to come back August 2023; however, he was asked to withhold at that time since the belief was the Sarasota Police Department wanted to discuss certain things with Commissioners and may still remain concerns; that Commission direction is sought as to whether to schedule the item to come back for a second reading or return back for Commission discussion; that if there is Commission consensus the item can be placed on a future Agenda . Mayor Battie left and returned to the Dais at 2:48 P.M. 2:50:48 P.M. Questions posed by Commissioner Trice were addressed by the City Attorney, and the City Manager and Deputy City Manager Patrick "Pat" Robinson, City Manager's Office who came before the Commission , provided input. 2:54:10 P.M. Question posed by Vice Mayor Alpert about whether the item could be placed on the July 10, 2023, Sarasota City Commission Workshop (Workshop) was addressed by the City Manager who stated that the recommendation is for the Sit/Lie Ordinance to be heard at a Workshop possibly in August or September 2023, and the City Attorney stated that is satisfactory. No Action Taken. Book 68 05/15/23 Page 40226 9:00A.M .

Book 68 Page 40227 05/15/23 9:00 A.M. 2:55:10 P.M. CITY MANAGER BROWN: Remarks received and stated that the Staff will be placing on a future Agenda a proposed Ordinance for Commission consideration to expand the Affordable Housing Trust Fund to also include rental as well as owner-occupied dwellings. 3:14:53 P.M. 16. ADJOURN (AGENDA ITEM XVI ) The Commission adjourned at 3:14 P.M. )! f~ S,' 1SJ(: ATTEST: KYLE1SCOTT BATTIE, MAYOR I_/ S IGGS CIT OR AND CLE

Kyle Battie Mayor Vice Mayor Liz Alpert Commissioner Jen Ahearn-Koch Commissioner Erik Arroyo Commissioner Debbie Trice REGULAR CITY COMMISSION MEETING OF MAY 15, 2023 WELCOME to a Regular meeting of the City Commission. This Agenda includes all matters scheduled to come before the Commission at this meeting. It is prepared to help you follow the proceedings of the meeting. Your interest is appreciated, and we invite your comments. Input from citizens is important; we need and welcome it. If you wish to address the Commission, please fill out a "Request To Speak" Form located on the table at the back of the Commission Chambers. Fill out the form completely, indicating the Agenda Item to which you intend to speak, and place the form in the box on the table. If you intend to speak under Citizens’ Input Concerning City Topics, the subject should also be noted on the "Request To Speak" Form. Agenda Items for which citizens' comments are not permitted are noted. In general, these will be items on which a public hearing has previously been held. Listed below are the time limits established for speaking: Public Hearings - Quasi-judicial: A reasonable amount of time to be determined by the City Commission will be provided to Applicants and Affected Persons desiring to speak. Public Hearings - Legislative: Citizens desiring to speak are allowed five (5) minutes. Petitioners are allowed fifteen (15) minutes with a five (5) minute rebuttal at the close of the public hearing. We will ask you to take an oath that all evidence and testimony presented during the public hearing are truthful. Citizens’ Input Concerning City Topics - Citizens desiring to speak are allowed three (3) minutes. Remember, appearances before the Commission are not a substitute for attempting to resolve your issue(s) through the appropriate administrative channels. Citizens’ Input is to allow citizens the opportunity to present their view on matters concerning City topics but not on items scheduled elsewhere on the Agenda. Questions and answers shall not be permitted. Matters presented to the Commission may be referred by the Mayor, with consensus of the Commission, to the Administration for action and possible follow-up at a future Commission meeting. We expect that citizens have first attempted to speak directly with the City’s Administration. Other Agenda Items permitting citizens’ comment - Citizens desiring to speak are allowed three (3) minutes. Agenda items for which citizens’ comments are not permitted are noted in the left margin of the Agenda. The City Auditor and Clerk will forward all Request to Speak forms to the Mayor. When the Mayor calls your name, come to the Commission table, and restate your name for the record. We ask that your comments be limited to the subject of the Agenda Item. Remember, we are always happy to listen to your comments; however, this is not intended to be an extended question and answer session. Again, the City Commission thanks you for taking the time to participate in our meeting. KYLE BATTIE Mayor 1

REGULAR CITY COMMISSION MEETING CITY HALL 1565 First Street Sarasota, Florida May 15, 2023 City Commission Chambers 9:00 AM I. COMMISSION PRESENTATIONS: I.1 Proclamation Re: Proclaiming June 2, 2023 as National Gun Violence Awareness Day I.1 Agenda Request Form.pdf National Gun Violence Awarenss Day 2023.pdf II. SCHEDULED PRESENTATIONS: Scheduled Presentations are limited to 7 minutes. No action may be taken by the Commission other than referral to the administration. Citizens comments are not permitted on Scheduled Presentations III. CITIZENS' INPUT CONCERNING CITY TOPICS: (Limited to 30 minutes) Note to the Public: At this time, citizens may address the Commission on topics concerning the City. (3 minutes per person time limit) Citizens’ Input is to allow citizens the opportunity to present their view on matters concerning City topics but not on items scheduled REVISED AGENDA ** PLEASE NOTE: THE COMMISSION WILL RECESS FOR LUNCH AT APPROX. 12:00P.M. ** CALL MEETING TO ORDER INVOCATION PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE PLEDGE OF PUBLIC CONDUCT APPROVE PROPOSED AGENDA SCHEDULE Citizens' comments are not permitted on Proposed Agenda Schedule 2

elsewhere on the Agenda or items that were the subject of a previously held public hearing which has been closed and Commission deliberations continued to a future date. Questions and answers shall not be permitted; however, matters presented to the Commission may be referred by the Mayor, with consensus of the Commission, to the Administration for action and possible follow-up at a future Commission meeting. IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Citizens' comments are not permitted on Approval of the Minutes items. IV.1 Approval Re: Minutes of the Regular Sarasota City Commission Meeting of April 17, 2023 (CITIZENS COMMENTS ARE NOT PERMITTED ON THIS ITEM) IV.1 Agenda Request Form.pdf 23-04-17 Regular - FINAL.pdf IV.2 Approval Re: Minutes of the Special Sarasota City Commission Meeting of April 17, 2023 (CITIZENS COMMENTS ARE NOT PERMITTED ON THIS ITEM) IV.2 Agenda Request Form.pdf 23-04-17 Attorney-Client FINAL.pdf V. BOARD ACTIONS: V.1 Report Re: Downtown Improvement District (DID) report, recommendation, and Sidewalk Cafe Permit amendment request V.1 Agenda Request Form.pdf DID BOARD REPORT BACK UP DOCUMENTS.pdf V.2 Report Re: Independent Police Advisory Panel Report on the Cannabis Civil Citation Program V.2 Agenda Request Form.pdf IPAP Report to City Commission .pdf VI. CONSENT AGENDA NO. 1: Note to the Public: All matters listed under Consent Agenda No. 1, are considered to be routine by the City Commission and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired, that item will be removed from the Consent Agenda and will be considered separately. VI.1 Approval Re: Authorize the Mayor and City Auditor and Clerk to execute the Agreement between the City of Sarasota and Americaption, Inc. (RFP #23-16JS) for Transcription and Closed Captioning Services for City Commission meetings. The City spends approximately $32,000.00 per year from the Citizens with Disabilities fund on live captioning of City Commission meetings VI.1 Agenda Request Form.pdf 23-16JS Agreement_AmeriCaption backup.pdf VI.2 Approval Re: Authorize the Mayor and City Auditor and Clerk to execute the Municipal Services and Pre-Annexation Agreement between the City of Sarasota and Kelly Bertolani for the real property located at 3040 Arlington Street, Sarasota, FL VI.2 Agenda Request Form.pdf 3

backup preannexation 3040 arlington.pdf VI.3 Approval Re: Fiscal Year 2023 -2024 Annual Expenditure Budget for the City of Sarasota Bayfront Mooring Field in the amount of $150,905.96 VI.3 Agenda Request Form.pdf FY 2023-2024 Mooring Field Budget Agenda Back Up.pdf VI.4 Approval Re: Authorize the Mayor and City Auditor and Clerk to execute the Second Extension Agreement between the City of Sarasota and Magnum Builders of Sarasota, Inc., McIntyre Elwell & Strammer General Contractors, Inc. and Miller Construction Management, Inc. (RFP#19-14CM) for City-Wide Construction Services on an as needed basis. The City has spent approximately $ 2,303,086.00 over the past four years on these contracts VI.4 Agenda Request Form.pdf Construction Services Seond Ext. Agenda Back Up.pdf VI.5 Approval Re: Authorize the Mayor and City Auditor and Clerk to execute the First Amendment and First Extension of Agreement between the City of Sarasota and Selectron Technologies, Inc (RFP #19-36CM) for Integrated Voice Response System. The City has spent $213,575.00 for these services for the initial three years. This request is for $43,115.00 VI.5 Agenda Request Form.pdf SELECTRON Backup.pdf VI.6 Approval Re: Authorize the Mayor and City Auditor and Clerk to execute a second Amended and Restated Escrow Agreement by and among The City of Sarasota, a Florida municipal corporation; S.S. Sasquatch, LLC, a Florida limited liability company; VW Village, LLC, a Florida limited liability company; and Fournier, Connolly, Shamsey, Mladinich & Polzak, P.A., as escrow Agent extending the time from July 7, 2023 until July 7, 2026 for the applicant to obtain the first vertical building permit to construct attainable workforce housing VI.6 Agenda Request Form.pdf Sarasota Station Escrow Agreement, 05.15.2023.pdf VI.7 Approval Re: Federal FY2023-24 Draft Annual Action Plan Approval and Advertisement VI.7 Agenda Request Form.pdf City of Sarasota_Federal FY2023_Draft Annual Action Plan - Advertisement.pdf VI.8 Approval Re: Authorize the Mayor and City Auditor and Clerk to execute the Second Extension of Agreement between the City of Sarasota and Sunrise Plants, Inc. (RFP #19-17CM) for Ornamental Plant Installation and Maintenance Service FY 2023-2024 VI.8 Agenda Request Form.pdf AGENDA BACKUP MATERIALS 19-17CM.pdf VI.9 Approval Re: Authorize the Mayor and City Auditor and Clerk to execute the Local Agency Program Agreement between the City of Sarasota and the State of Florida Department of Transportation for Ringling Boulevard and Pine Place Roundabout Project 4

VI.9 Agenda Request Form.pdf Ringling & Pine LAP Agreement_Agenda Backup.pdf VII. CONSENT AGENDA NO. 2: Note to the Public: All matters listed under Consent Agenda No. 2, are considered to be routine by the City Commission and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired, that item will be removed from the Consent Agenda and will be considered separately. VII.1 Adoption Re: Proposed Resolution No. 23R-3183, authorizing the execution by the Mayor and attestation by the City Auditor and Clerk on behalf of the City of Sarasota of the Local Agency Program Agreement between the State of Florida Department of Transportation and the City of Sarasota, etc. (Title Only) for the Ringling Boulevard and Pine Place Roundabout Project VII.1 Agenda Request Form.pdf Ringling & Pine Res No 23R-3183_Agenda Backup.pdf VII.2 Adoption Re: Proposed Resolution No. 23R-3184, amending the budget for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2022 by providing for supplemental appropriations in the amounts identified in exhibit A: providing for severability if any of the parts hereof are declared invalid, etc. (Title Only) to establish an expenditure budget of $250,000.00 for general liability claims expected utilizing a transfer from the Workers' Compensation Fund available fund balance VII.2 Agenda Request Form.pdf Res 23R-3184_backup_05-15-23.pdf VII.3 Adoption Re: Second Reading of Proposed Ordinance No. 23-5478, amending and restating previously approved Ordinance No. 16-5167, as amended by Ordinance No. 21-5362, so as to extend the time for compliance with a condition of approval; Ordinance No. 16-5167 amended the Future Land Use Chapter of the Comprehensive Plan of the City of Sarasota [AKA The Sarasota City Plan (2030)] to change the Future Land Use Map Classification of an approximately 7.8780 acre parcel of property lying on the northerly side of Fruitville Road and the easterly side of Audubon Place with street addresses of 2211 Fruitville Road and 300 Audubon Place from the Urban Edge Future Land Use Map Classification to the Downtown Core Future Land Use Map Classification, in accordance with Comprehensive Plan Amendment Application No. 15-PA-02; and also conditionally amended the text of the Future Land Use Chapter of the Sarasota City Plan (2030), Action Strategy 1.10, Site Specific Future Land Use Map Amendment Limitations to add thereto a new Subsection (4) applicable to said property; providing for the severability of the parts hereof, etc. (Title Only) (Application No. 15-PA-02, Applicant: VW Village, LLC) VII.3 Agenda Request Form.pdf Ordinance No 23-5478 for Second Reading, 05.15.2023.pdf VII.4 Adoption Re: Second Reading of Proposed Ordinance No. 23-5483, amending and restating Ordinance 97-3975 which provided for the Historic Designation of the main residential structure and detached garage located at 2319 Ixora Avenue so as to provide that said structures shall hereafter be known and referred to as "Berket's Bungalow", etc. (Title Only) 5

VII.4 Agenda Request Form.pdf Ord. 23-5483(Berket's.Bungalow).pdf VIII. BOARD APPOINTMENTS: VIII.1 Appointment Re: Recommendation of City representative to the Sarasota County Parks Advisory and Recreation Council (PARC) VIII.1 Agenda Request Form.pdf PARC App - Pasteur.pdf IX. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: IX.1 Discussion Re: Bobby Jones Golf Club (BJGC) Clubhouse Conceptual Design Presentation IX.1 Agenda Request Form.pdf Bobby Jones GC Clubhouse Conceptual Design Presentation X. LEGISLATIVE PUBLIC HEARINGS: Note to the Public: At this time citizens will take an oath if they desire to speak at the following public hearings. X.1 Public Hearing Re: Proposed Ordinance No. 23-5482, amending the Floodplain Management Ordinance No 22-5431, Chapter 2, Definitions, Section 202, Definitions, amending the Definition of market value so as to comply with Guidance of the Florida Office of Floodplain Management, Florida Division of Emergency Management; providing for severability of the parts hereof if declared invalid, etc. (Title Only) X.1 Agenda Request Form.pdf ord 23-5482BACKUP_MATERIAL_AGENDA05152023.pdf X.2 Public Hearing Re: Proposed Ordinance No. 23-5484, amending the Sarasota City Code, Chapter 19, Local Business Taxes, Section 19-11, Local Business Tax Schedule, by adjusting the Local Business Tax Receipt Fees for engaging or managing businesses, professions or occupations within the City; providing for the severability of parts hereof if declared invalid; providing for repealing of Ordinances in conflict, etc. (Title Only) X.2 Agenda Request Form.pdf BACKUP - LBTR.pdf XI. QUASI-JUDICIAL PUBLIC HEARINGS: Note to the Public: At this time citizens will take an oath if they desire to speak at the following public hearings. XII. NEW BUSINESS: XII.1 Presentation and Discussion Re: Term Sheet for a lease agreement with The Players, Inc. of the City-owned building located 2110 Adams Lane XII.1 Agenda Request Form.pdf 051523 - Supporting Documentation.pdf 6

XII.2 Discussion Re: Amendment to the Housing Authority Overlay District XII.2 Agenda Request Form.pdf Housing Authority Request - Zoning Text Amendment.pdf XII.3 Approval Re: City Workshop Meeting on Monday, July 10, 2023 at 9:00 am for an update on the Utilities Master Plan/Capital Improvements Program and Utilities rate study XII.3 Agenda Request Form.pdf XII.4 Approval Re: Authorize the Mayor and City Auditor and Clerk to execute a Proposed Agreement between the City of Sarasota and Braden River Utilities, LLC and Lakewood Ranch Stewardship District providing the City's consent for the assignment of the City's Transmission and Use of Reclaimed Water Agreement with Braden River Utilities, LLC from Braden River Utilities, LLC to the Lakewood Ranch Stewardship District (THIS ITEM WAS ADDED UNDER CHANGES TO THE ORDER OF THE DAY) XII.4 Agenda Request Form.pdf BACKUP FINAL - BRU AGREEMENT.pdf XII.5 Discussion Re: Request to fly the Pride Flag at City Hall (THIS ITEM WAS ADDED UNDER CHANGES TO THE ORDER OF THE DAY) XII.5 Agenda Request Form.pdf Request to Fly the Pride Flag Backup Material.pdf XIII. CITIZENS INPUT CONCERNING CITY TOPICS: (Limited to 30 minutes) Note to the Public: At this time, citizens may address the Commission on topics concerning the City. (3 minutes per person time limit) Citizens’ Input is to allow citizens the opportunity to present their view on matters concerning City topics but not on items scheduled elsewhere on the Agenda or items that were the subject of a previously held public hearing which has been closed and Commission deliberations continued to a future date. Questions and answers shall not be permitted; however, matters presented to the Commission may be referred by the Mayor, with consensus of the Commission, to the Administration for action and possible follow-up at a future Commission meeting. XIV. REMARKS OF COMMISSIONERS, ANNOUNCEMENTS AND ITEMS FOR NEXT AGENDA: XV. OTHER MATTERS/ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICERS: XVI. ADJOURN Meeting Notice 5-15-23 Change to the Order of the Day Notice.pdf 5-15-23 Regular Meeting Notice.pdf City Commission Rules of Procedure MEETING NOTICE CITY COMMISSION RULES OF PROCEDURE 7

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file:///C/Users/JJohnson/Desktop/23-05-15-Commission.txt[5/16/2023 12:57:39 PM] SARASOTA CITY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MONDAY, MAY 15, 2023, 9:00 A.M. DISCLAIMER: THIS FILE REPRESENTS AN UNEDITED VERSION OF REALTIME CAPTIONING WHICH SHOULD NEITHER BE RELIED UPON FOR COMPLETE ACCURACY NOR USED AS A VERBATIM TRANSCRIPT. ANY PERSON WHO NEEDS A VERBATIM TRANSCRIPT OF THE PROCEEDINGS MAY NEED TO HIRE A COURT REPORTER. 09:01:24 [ SOUNDING GAVEL ] 09:01:27 >>Mayor Battie: GOOD MORNING AND HAPPY MONDAY. 09:01:29 WELCOME TO THE REGULAR SCHEDULED CITY COMMISSION MEETING OF 09:01:36 MAY 15th, 2023. 09:01:39 I WOULD LIKE TO START THIS OFF BY WISHING ALL THE WONDERFUL 09:01:42 MOTHERS OUT THERE HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY. 09:01:44 AND HOW MUCH WE APPRECIATE ALL THAT YOU ARE NOT ONLY TO US 09:01:50 BUT TO SOCIETY AS A WHOLE. 09:01:52 THANK YOU ALL. 09:01:53 WE'LL START OFF WITH OUR INVOCATION BY OUR CITY AUDITOR AND 09:01:58 CLERK, MS. SHAYLA GRIGGS. 09:02:05 >>Shayla Griggs: HEAVENLY FATHER, WE AFFIRM OUR FAITH IN 09:02:08 THEE. 09:02:08 WE SEEK YOUR DIVINE STRENGTH, WISDOM, AND GUIDANCE IN THE 09:02:11 DELIBERATIONS THAT AFFECT THE LIVES OF EACH OF THE CITIZENS 09:02:13 OF OUR COMMUNITY. 09:02:14 IN THY NAME WE PRAY, AMEN. 09:02:16 >>Mayor Battie: THANK YOU. 09:02:16 LEAD US OFF IN THE PLEDGE. 09:02:27 [PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE] 09:02:37 >>Mayor Battie: THANK YOU ALL. 09:02:38 MRS. GRIGGS, CAN YOU PLEASE READ OUR PLEDGE OF PUBLIC 09:02:44 CONDUCT, PLEASE? 09:02:45 >>Shayla Griggs: WE MAY DISAGREE, BUT WE WILL BE RESPECTFUL 09:02:47 TO ONE ANOTHER. 09:02:48 WE WILL DIRECT ALL COMMENTS TO ISSUES. 09:02:50 WE WILL NOT ENGAGE IN PERSONAL ATTACKS. 09:02:52 >>Mayor Battie: EXCELLENT. 09:02:53 THANK YOU, MA'AM. 09:02:54 I'LL ASK IF THERE ARE ANY CHANGES TO THE ORDER OF THE DAY. 09:02:57 >>Shayla Griggs: YES, MAYOR, THANK YOU. 09:02:59 PLEASE ADD UNDER NEW BUSINESS AGENDA ITEM NUMBER 12.4, 09:03:03 APPROVAL RE: AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR AND CITY AUDITOR AND CLERK 09:03:06 TO EXECUTE A PROPOSED AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF SARASOTA 09:03:09 AND BRADEN RIVER UTILITIES, LLC, AND LAKEWOOD RANCH 09:03:14 STEWARDSHIP DISTRICT PROVIDING THE CITY FOR ASSIGNMENT OF 09:03:19 THE CITY'S TRANSMISSION AND USE OF RECLAIMED WATER AGREEMENT 09:03:22 WITH BRADEN RIVER UTILITIES, LLC FROM BRADEN RIVER 09:03:26 UTILITIES, LLC TO LAKEWOOD RANCH STEWARDSHIP DISTRICT PER 09:03:30 THE REQUEST OF CITY MANAGER BROWN. 09:03:31 PLEASE ADD UNDER NEW BUSINESS AGENDA ITEM 12.5, DISCUSSION

file:///C/Users/JJohnson/Desktop/23-05-15-Commission.txt[5/16/2023 12:57:39 PM] 09:03:35 RE: REQUEST TO FLY THE PRIDE FLAG AT CITY HALL PER THE 09:03:40 REQUEST OF VICE MAYOR ALPERT. 09:03:41 THAT'S ALL, SIR. 09:03:43 >>Mayor Battie: THANK YOU VERY MUCH, MS. GRIGGS. 09:03:44 HAVE A MOTION TO ACCEPT THE PROPOSED AGENDA SCHEDULE. 09:03:47 >>Jen Ahearn-Koch: SO MOVED. 09:03:48 >>Mayor Battie: SECOND? 09:03:49 >>Vice-Mayor Alpert: SECOND. 09:03:50 >>Mayor Battie: MOTION MADE BY COMMISSIONER AHEARN-KOCH 09:03:53 AND SECONDED BY VICE MAYOR ALPERT. 09:03:56 COMMISSIONERS, CAN WE HAVE YOUR VOTE PLEASE? 09:04:00 COMMISSIONERS, IS THAT YOUR VOTE? 09:04:04 >> YES. 09:04:05 >>Mayor Battie: EXCELLENT. 09:04:06 MOTION PASSES 5-0. 09:04:08 GETTING ON WITH OUR PREVENTION. 09:04:10 IF COMMISSIONERS COULD PLEASE JOIN US UP FRONT? 09:04:44 I WOULD LIKE TO CALL DOWN THOSE HERE FOR THE PRESENTATION. 09:04:47 GUN VIOLENCE IS ALL TOO PREVALENT IN OUR SOCIETY THESE DAYS. 09:05:23 IT'S ALWAYS A SAD OCCASION THAT WE HAVE TO BE HERE TO SPEAK 09:05:27 ON IT. 09:05:30 WE MUST DO EVERYTHING IN OUR CONSCIENCE TO BRING AWARENESS 09:05:33 TO IT, AND THAT'S WHAT THESE LADIES ARE HERE TO HELP US DO. 09:05:37 SO GET ON WITH THE PRESENTATION. 09:05:41 THE CITY OF SARASOTA J. 09:05:48 WHEREAS, EVERY DAY, MORE THAN 100 AMERICANS ARE KILLED BY 09:05:51 GUN VIOLENCE ALONGSIDE MORE THAN 200 WHO ARE SHOT AND 09:05:54 WOUNDED AND ON AVERAGE THERE ARE MORE THAN 16,000 GUN 09:05:59 HOMICIDES EVERY YEAR; AND WHEREAS, CITIES ACROSS THE NATION, 09:06:04 INCLUDING SARASOTA, ARE WORKING TO END GUN VIOLENCE WITH 09:06:10 PROACTIVE LAW ENFORCEMENT AND EDUCATION; AND WHEREAS, IN 09:06:14 JANUARY 2013, HADIYA PENDLETON WAS TRAGICALLY SHOT AND 09:06:21 KILLED AT THE YOUNG AGE OF 15. 09:06:25 ON JUNE 2, 2023, TO RECOGNIZE HER 26th BIRTHDAY, PEOPLE 09:06:32 ACROSS THE UNITED STATES RECOGNIZE GUN VIOLENCE AWARENESS 09:06:36 DAY AND WEAR ORANGE IN TRIBUTE TO HADIYA PENDLETON AND OTHER 09:06:42 VICTIMS OF GUN VIOLENCE AS WELL AS THE LOVED ONES OF THOSE 09:06:45 VICTIMS. 09:06:46 ORANGE IS A COLOR THAT SYMBOLIZES THE VALUE OF HUMAN LIFE. 09:06:53 AND WHEREAS, WE RENEW OUR COMMITMENT TO REDUCE GUN VIOLENCE 09:06:56 AND PLEDGE TO DO ALL WE CAN TO KEEP FIREARMS OUT OF THE 09:07:02 WRONG HANDS AND ENCOURAGE RESPONSIBLE GUN OWNERSHIP TO HELP 09:07:06 KEEP OUR CHILDREN SAFE. 09:07:07 NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COMMISSION OF THIS GREAT CITY OF 09:07:12 SARASOTA, FLORIDA, ON BEHALF OF ITS GREAT CITIZENS OF OUR 09:07:16 COMMUNITY, TAKE GREAT PRIDE IN RECOGNIZING JUNE 2, 2023, AS 09:07:20 NATIONAL GUN VIOLENCE AWARENESS DAY, A DAY OF SPECIAL 09:07:24 IMPORTANCE AND WORTHY OF THE RECOGNITION OF THE RESIDENTS OF 09:07:29 THIS GREAT CITY. 09:07:30 THANK YOU. 09:07:36 [ APPLAUSE ] 09:07:36 IT WOULD BE GREAT IF YOU ALL WOULD SAY SOMETHING.

file:///C/Users/JJohnson/Desktop/23-05-15-Commission.txt[5/16/2023 12:57:39 PM] 09:07:44 >> THANK YOU SO MUCH, MAYOR. 09:07:46 THANK YOU, COMMISSIONERS. 09:07:47 AND EVERYONE WHO JOINED US IN SUPPORTING THIS PROCLAMATION. 09:07:52 I'M JUST GOING TO MENTION ALL OF THE GROUPS WHO SIGNED ON TO 09:07:56 THIS AND WHO JOINED US IN THIS PROCLAMATION. 09:08:00 ALSO YOUTH, BRADENTON ALUMNI CHAPTER, DELTA SIGMA THETA 09:08:07 SORORITY, INC. 09:08:08 BRADY SARASOTA. 09:08:10 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST, LEAGUE OF 09:08:13 WOMEN VOTERS MANATEE COUNTY, LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS 09:08:17 SARASOTA. 09:08:17 MANATEE UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP, MODERN MARIMBA, 09:08:23 MOMS DEMAND ACTION FOR GUN SENSE IN AMERICA, THE MANATEE 09:08:26 LOCAL GROUP, NAACP MANATEE, NEWTOWN NATION. 09:08:30 PEACE EDUCATION AND ACTION CENTER. 09:08:32 QUEENS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS. 09:08:35 RESILIENT RETREAT. 09:08:38 RECESS EDUCATION. 09:08:39 STREETS OF PARADISE. 09:08:41 THE MANASOTA REENTRY PROJECT, AND WOMEN'S VOICES OF 09:08:45 SOUTHWEST FLORIDA. 09:08:46 WE RECEIVE THIS PROCLAMATION IN HONOR OF ALL OF THOSE WHO 09:08:51 HAVE BEEN KILLED BY GUN VIOLENCE AS WELL AS THE SURVIVORS 09:08:56 AND EVERYONE WHO IS AFFECTED BY GUN VIOLENCE. 09:08:59 WE KNOW THAT GUN VIOLENCE IS PREVENTABLE, AND WE CAN 09:09:03 CONTINUE TO WORK TO MAKE OUR COMMUNITY SAFER FOR ALL. 09:09:06 PLEASE SPREAD AWARENESS THIS JUNE, ESPECIALLY THE FIRST 09:09:10 WEEKEND OF JUNE, BY WEARING ORANGE AND ENCOURAGING YOUR 09:09:14 LOVED ONES TO DO THE SAME AS WE HONOR THE VICTIMS OF GUN 09:09:16 VIOLENCE AND WORK TO SPREAD AWARENESS ABOUT GUN SAFETY AND 09:09:20 VIOLENCE PREVENTION. 09:09:21 THANK YOU SO MUCH. 09:09:23 [ APPLAUSE ] 09:09:24 >>Mayor Battie: THANK YOU. 09:09:25 THANK YOU VERY MUCH. 09:09:27 >>Mayor Battie: THANK YOU ALL. 09:10:44 MOVE ON TO ITEM NUMBER 3, CITIZENS' INPUT CONCERNING CITY 09:10:50 TOPICS. 09:10:51 I WILL CALL YOU DOWN FIVE BY FIVE. 09:10:54 YOU WILL BE GIVEN THREE MINUTES TO SPEAK WHICH THERE WILL BE 09:10:59 A BUZZER. 09:11:01 SHOULD YOU NOT BE FINISHED, I'LL GIVE YOU FIVE SECONDS OR SO 09:11:04 TO WRAP IT UP WHAT IT IS YOU ARE TRYING TO CONVEY. 09:11:07 PLEASE KEEP THE COMMENTS TO THE TOPICS AND NOT AT ANY 09:11:13 INDIVIDUAL. 09:11:14 ALL RIGHT. 09:11:15 THANK YOU VERY MUCH. 09:11:15 FIRST UP TO BAT, MR. JOSE FERNANDEZ. 09:11:20 MR. RODGER MESSER. 09:11:24 WILLIAM CARNES. 09:11:33 GARRY BROOKS.

file:///C/Users/JJohnson/Desktop/23-05-15-Commission.txt[5/16/2023 12:57:39 PM] 09:11:35 KATHERINE LINDAMAN. 09:11:39 ALL RIGHT, GENTLEMEN. 09:11:54 WE'LL HAVE THE LADIES START FIRST. 09:11:57 >> THANK YOU. 09:11:57 GOOD MORNING. 09:11:58 MY NAME IS KATHERINE LINDAMAN. 09:12:00 1255 NORTH GULFSTREAM AVENUE. 09:12:02 I AM A YEAR-ROUND RESIDENT OF DOWNTOWN SARASOTA. 09:12:05 I WORK, LIVE, AND PLAY AND CALL NORTH PALM MY NEIGHBORHOOD. 09:12:09 MY CHILDREN AND GRANDCHILDREN PLAY AND GO TO SCHOOL 09:12:11 DOWNTOWN. 09:12:12 I OWN AND OPERATE A PRIVATE SCHOOL DOWNTOWN. 09:12:14 I'M A WEEKLY ATTENDER AT A CHURCH DOWNTOWN. 09:12:17 I AM A DOWNTOWN CONSUMER. 09:12:18 I SUPPORT BUSINESSES DOWNTOWN BY MAKING MY PURCHASES. 09:12:22 I EAT, GO TO SHOWS AND I HAVE MY BEAUTY SALON AT THE 09:12:25 PROPOSED SITE AT 1260. 09:12:27 I AM COMMITTED TO BEING A FOREVER RESIDENT. 09:12:30 MY LIFE IS HERE. 09:12:31 I BELIEVE IN THE CITY AND I ONLY WANT THE BEST FOR ITS 09:12:34 DEVELOPMENT. 09:12:35 MY INPUT IS FOR THE DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICES AND 09:12:38 CITY MANAGER. 09:12:39 NORTH PALM AVENUE, THE ARTS DISTRICT HAS ITS OWN DISTINCT 09:12:44 CHARACTER. 09:12:44 THE PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT LOOKS OUT OF PLACE, DISJOINTED, 09:12:48 DOES NOT COMPLY WITH ZONING CODE 4-506 WHICH STATES MUST BE 09:12:52 COMPATIBLE WITH ADJOINING PROPERTIES. 09:12:54 IT VIOLATES THE VISUAL INTEGRITY. 09:12:58 CURRENTLY, THE ADJOINING PROPERTIES HAVE SHOPS, CAFES, 09:13:01 GALLERIES, SHOPPING ON PALM AVENUE. 09:13:03 JUST WHERE DOES THIS PROPOSED BUILDING FIT IN? 09:13:06 CHURCH BELLS RINGING DOWN THE STREET. 09:13:07 WE CURRENTLY HAVE A EUROPEAN FLAIR THAT RESONATES WITH 09:13:10 VISITORS, SNOWBIRDS AND YEAR-ROUND TAX PAYING CITIZENS. 09:13:14 GREEDY DEVELOPERS, IT'S ALL ABOUT MONEY. 09:13:16 IF THIS MONSTROSITY IS APPROVED, IT WILL SET A PRECEDENCE 09:13:20 THAT WILL HAVE A NEGATIVE IMPACT ON OUR BELOVED CITY. 09:13:23 WE WILL BE HEADED TOWARDS TALLER, TALLER STILL, NO MAX OUT 09:13:27 THE HEIGHT ALL AT WHAT COST? 09:13:29 WE MUST BE GOOD STEWARDS. 09:13:30 IT WILL DIMINISH THE QUAINT CHARM OF OUR BELOVED CITY, NOT 09:13:34 WORTHY OF A DOWNTOWN SARASOTA AND ITS IMAGE OF PRESERVATION 09:13:37 OF HISTORIC AND QUAINT NEIGHBORHOODS. 09:13:39 INSTEAD, WE WILL BECOME AN OVERCROWDED, CONCRETE JUNGLE OF 09:13:43 ONE TALL BUILDING AFTER ANOTHER, A CLIMATE OF WHERE BUILDERS 09:13:46 COMPETE TO BE THE TALLEST, A MINDSET OF OVERTAKING EVERY 09:13:49 INCH OF SPACE ON A LOT WITH CONCRETE, HAVING NO REGARD FOR 09:13:53 CREATING A DESIGN WITH PLANTS AND TREES. 09:13:55 THE PSYCHOLOGICAL BENEFITS OF GREENSPACE SHOULD BE 09:13:59 RESPECTED. 09:14:00 INSTEAD, IMAGINE BIG GREEN RESIDENTIAL TRASH CANS LINING

file:///C/Users/JJohnson/Desktop/23-05-15-Commission.txt[5/16/2023 12:57:39 PM] 09:14:03 NORTH PALM AVENUE. 09:14:04 OUR QUALITY OF LIFE WILL BE DIMINISHED. 09:14:06 IT WILL HAVE A NEGATIVE IMPACT. 09:14:07 THE PROPOSED BUILDING'S DESIGN IS A STRUCTURE PLOPPED INTO A 09:14:11 SIGHT LOT. 09:14:12 IT WILL NOT ENHANCE OUR NEIGHBORHOOD. 09:14:14 THIS IS NOT WHAT THE RESIDENTS OF THE COMMUNITY WANT. 09:14:17 LOOK AT THE PETITIONS, THE LETTERS, THE OPPOSITIONS ARE 09:14:20 ENDLESS. 09:14:21 THE EXISTING ADJOINING PROPERTY AT BAY PLAZA HAS OVER 100 09:14:24 RESIDENTS. 09:14:25 THE PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT HAS THE POTENTIAL FOR ONLY 14 09:14:29 UNITS. 09:14:30 I OPPOSE THIS DEVELOPMENT. 09:14:32 ASK THAT IT GO BACK TO THE DRAWING BOARD AND CREATE A DESIGN 09:14:36 THAT WILL ENHANCE THE EXISTING NEIGHBORHOOD ALONG NORTH PALM 09:14:39 AVENUE. 09:14:39 LOOK CLOSELY AT SECTION 4-506, ZONING CODE APPENDIX D AND 09:14:43 THE SARASOTA DOWNTOWN MASTER PLAN REGARDING HEIGHT, LOT 09:14:47 COVERAGE, SETBACKS, MASS, SCALE, AND THE QUALITY OF LIFE AND 09:14:51 COMPATIBILITY. 09:14:51 YOU HAVE BUT ONE CHOICE: REJECT IT. 09:14:54 I GAVE YOU EACH PICTURES. 09:14:57 I DON'T KNOW IF THAT -- THAT'S THE BUILDING THAT WE'RE GOING 09:15:02 TO BE TALKING ABOUT TODAY AND A LOT OF US HERE WILL BE 09:15:04 TALKING ABOUT. 09:15:05 THANK YOU SO MUCH. 09:15:05 >>Mayor Battie: THANK YOU VERY MUCH, MA'AM. 09:15:06 MR. FERNANDEZ. 09:15:14 >> DID YOU CALL ME, MAYOR? 09:15:15 >>Mayor Battie: YES. 09:15:16 >> GOOD MORNING. 09:15:17 MY NAME IS JOSE FERNANDEZ. 09:15:18 I'M A RESIDENT OF SARASOTA. 09:15:20 ONCE AGAIN I'M HERE TO REGISTER MY DISPLEASURE WITH THE 09:15:24 PARKING SITUATION AT DI HALL CREATED BY THE ELIMINATION OF 09:15:27 THE EMPLOYEE LOT ACROSS 2nd STREET AND ADDITIONAL 09:15:30 DIFFICULTY PLACED ON CITIZENS WHO WISH TO PARTICIPATE SINCE 09:15:33 YOU'VE DECIDED TO KEEP 9 TO 5 HOURS. 09:15:36 THIS IS THE THIRD TIME I'VE COME BEFORE YOU ON THIS SUBJECT. 09:15:39 I PROVIDED YOU WITH MULTIPLE OPTIONS TO ADDRESS THIS ISSUE 09:15:41 TO NO AVAIL. 09:15:43 OBVIOUSLY, CITIZEN PARTICIPATION IN FRONT OF THIS COMMISSION 09:15:46 IS OF SECONDARY IMPORTANCE TO THE CONVENIENCE OF 09:15:48 COMMISSIONERS AND EMPLOYEES. 09:15:49 A NORMAL PERSON WOULD PROBABLY GIVE UP AT THIS POINT, AND I 09:15:53 MAY DO THAT, HOWEVER, THIS IS A SUBJECT THAT I'LL CONTINUE 09:15:56 TO ADDRESS FROM TIME TO TIME. 09:15:57 NEXT I'M GOING TO ADDRESS THE ISSUE OF THE VAN WEZEL AND 09:16:00 SPECIFICALLY THE BLUE RIBBON COMMITTEE THAT YOU ARE 09:16:02 APPOINTING TO LOOK AT FUTURE VIABLE USES FOR THE VAN WEZEL. 09:16:06 ALTHOUGH THE SPAC FOUNDATION HAS AGREED TO REMOVE THE

file:///C/Users/JJohnson/Desktop/23-05-15-Commission.txt[5/16/2023 12:57:39 PM] 09:16:09 PROVISION THAT THE VAN WEZEL NOT COMPETE WITH THE NEW SPAC 09:16:13 FROM THE CONTRACT, HOW SIGNIFICANT IS THAT REALLY? 09:16:15 DO YOU THINK THE VAN WEZEL WILL BE ABLE TO COMPETE WITH A 09:16:19 SHINY NEW MODERN SPAC? 09:16:20 OF COURSE, NOT. 09:16:21 NOTHING HAS BEEN CONCEDED. 09:16:23 THERE IS ALSO THE ISSUE OF THE COMPOSITION OF THE BLUE 09:16:25 RIBBON COMMITTEE. 09:16:26 ON MAY 3rd, I ASKED THAT YOU APPOINT PEOPLE WHO ARE 09:16:30 RESIDENTS OF SARASOTA AS WELL AS BEING AGNOSTIC TO THE 09:16:33 FUTURE OF THE VAN WEZEL. 09:16:35 YOUR SUBSEQUENT DISCUSSIONS INDICATED THAT YOU INTENDED TO 09:16:38 APPOINT NONRESIDENTS AS YOU VIEW THE SKILLS REQUIRED AS 09:16:42 OUTWEIGHING THE NEED FOR FISCAL RESTRAINT. 09:16:44 YOU ALSO DISCUSSED THE TIME FRAME FOR THIS COMMITTEE AS 09:16:46 BEING ONE TO TWO YEARS. 09:16:48 I SENT AN E-MAIL TO EACH OF YOU, BUT I ASK YOU NOW PUBLICLY, 09:16:51 WHY WOULD A SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT WITH NO CONNECTION TO 09:16:55 SARASOTA AGREE TO SERVE FOR A YEAR OR MORE ON THIS COMMITTEE 09:16:58 IF THEY DON'T ALREADY HAVE AN AGENDA. 09:17:00 THANK YOU. 09:17:02 >>Mayor Battie: THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH, MR. FERNANDEZ. 09:17:04 MR. MESSER. 09:17:06 >> THANK YOU. 09:17:07 GOOD MORNING. 09:17:09 MY NAME IS RODGER MESSER. 09:17:11 I'M A RETIRED ARCHITECT. 09:17:12 MY WIFE AND I HAVE LIVED DOWNTOWN AS PERMANENT RESIDENTS FOR 09:17:17 SEVERAL YEARS. 09:17:17 WE WERE FIRST INTRODUCED TO THIS AREA WHEN WE BROUGHT OUR 09:17:20 DAUGHTER TO A COLLEGE VISIT AT NEW COLLEGE. 09:17:22 OUR DAUGHTER DECIDED TO ATTEND ANOTHER SCHOOL, BUT WE LOVE 09:17:27 THE SARASOTA AREA AND ENDED UP MOVING HERE. 09:17:29 THIS IS A COMMON STORY. 09:17:30 WE OFTEN ENCOUNTER PEOPLE WHO CAME FOR A VISIT, LOVE THE 09:17:35 COMMUNITY AND STAY. 09:17:36 PEOPLE CHOOSE TO MOVE TO SARASOTA BECAUSE THEY LOVE IT HERE. 09:17:39 AND WHY NOT? 09:17:40 THE CONSTANT STREAM OF FESTIVALS, THE RESORT-LIKE 09:17:43 ENVIRONMENT, THE ARTS, MUSEUMS, PARKS, SO MUCH OF THE LIFE 09:17:46 OF A LARGE CITY BUT IN A SMALLER, LIVABLE ENVIRONMENT. 09:17:49 AS A DESIGN PROFESSIONAL, I CAN TELL YOU THAT SARASOTA IS 09:17:53 UNIQUE AND A SPECIAL COMMUNITY. 09:17:55 WOULD BE HARD-PRESSED TO NAME ANOTHER CITY IN AMERICA THAT 09:17:59 REALLY COMPARES. 09:17:59 A KEY TO OUR SPECIALNESS IS THE WALKABLE RETAIL. 09:18:02 THE STREETS ARE ALIVE WITH VIBRANCY AND ACTIVITY. 09:18:06 IT'S A JOY TO EXPERIENCE. 09:18:07 THAT IS ONE REASON WHY THE DEVELOPMENT PROPOSAL AT 1260 09:18:10 NORTH PALM AVENUE IS OF SUCH CONCERN. 09:18:14 IT'S GROUND LEVEL AS PROPOSED WILL DRAMATICALLY REDUCE THE 09:18:17 AMOUNT OF RETAIL.

file:///C/Users/JJohnson/Desktop/23-05-15-Commission.txt[5/16/2023 12:57:39 PM] 09:18:19 REPLACE 6500 SQUARE FEET OF RETAIL AND 7 SHOPS WITH ONE 09:18:22 SMALL SHOP OF 880 SQUARE FEET. 09:18:25 THAT WILL ESSENTIALLY END THE VIBRANT STREET LIFE AT THAT 09:18:29 PART OF NORTH PALM AVENUE. 09:18:31 WHAT IS BEING KILLED. 09:18:34 WELL, THERE IS A SHOP. 09:18:36 THE OWNER'S WIFE IS A STYLIST AT YET ANOTHER SHOP IN THE 09:18:39 SAME CENTER. 09:18:40 TOGETHER, THEY ARE FRIENDS WITH A YOUNG COUPLE THAT OPERATE 09:18:42 THE LITTLE ITALIAN RESTAURANT, AND THAT OWNER SHARES AN 09:18:45 ESPRESSO EACH AFTERNOON WITH THE OWNER OF THE ART STORE. 09:18:48 THIS NEIGHBORHOOD EXPERIENCE IS SO VERY HARD TO CREATE AND 09:18:52 ACTUALLY VERY EASY TO DISRUPT. 09:18:54 THE PROPOSED PROJECT AT 1260 NORTH PALM AVENUE WILL 09:18:59 ELIMINATE THIS NEIGHBORHOOD RETAIL ENVIRONMENT AND REPLACE 09:19:01 IT WITH WHAT? 09:19:02 ONE SMALL SHOP LOCATION. 09:19:04 BUT PUT ANOTHER WAY, THERE WILL BE 85% LESS RETAIL SPACE, 09:19:09 62% THIS RETAIL FRONTAGE. 09:19:12 WHY DOES THIS MATTER? 09:19:14 DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT CODES REQUIRE FULL RETAIL FRONTAGE AT 09:19:16 THE STREET LEVEL BECAUSE THE CITY MASTER PLAN SAW TO 09:19:19 ENCOURAGE DEVELOPMENT OF EXACTLY THE TYPE OF RETAIL 09:19:21 ENVIRONMENT THAT EXISTS TODAY IN THAT ONE SMALL RETAIL 09:19:24 CENTER. 09:19:24 MY DOWNTOWN NEIGHBORS AND I ASK YOU TO RECOGNIZE THE 09:19:27 IMPORTANCE OF RETAIL FRONTAGE IN THE MASTER PLAN AND DO YOUR 09:19:30 UTMOST TO PROTECT IT. 09:19:32 THE PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT WILL REPLACE A VIBRANT RETAIL AREA 09:19:36 WITH A RETAIL DEAD ZONE ALONG THIS PORTION OF NORTH PALM 09:19:41 AVENUE. 09:19:41 THE VISITORS AT THE ART OVATION AND THE CITY PARKING GARAGE 09:19:44 WILL STOP VISITING THIS AREA BECAUSE THERE'S SIMPLY NOTHING 09:19:47 TO SEE OR TO DO. 09:19:48 WHY GO THERE ANYMORE? 09:19:50 PLEASE PROTECT OUR SPECIAL WALKABLE DOWNTOWN. 09:19:53 PLEASE ASSURE THAT THE RETAIL FRONTAGE SECTION OF THE MASTER 09:19:56 PLAN IS ENFORCED, AND PLEASE ASSURE THAT THE IMPROVEMENTS IN 09:20:00 GROWTH REINFORCE THE UNIQUENESS OF OUR SPECIAL COMMUNITY. 09:20:03 PLEASE DO NOT ALLOW PROJECTS TO ERODE THE SPECIALNESS OF OUR 09:20:07 UNIQUE COMMUNITY AND ENVIRONMENT. 09:20:08 THANK YOU. 09:20:10 >>Mayor Battie: THANK YOU, MR. BROCK -- MESSER, EXCUSE ME. 09:20:13 MR. BROCKS. 09:20:15 BROOKS. 09:20:16 I APOLOGIZE. 09:20:18 >> HANDWRITING. 09:20:19 MY NAME IS GARRY BROOKS. 09:20:22 I AM A FULL-TIME DOWNTOWN RESIDENT. 09:20:24 I COME HERE AND I'M VERY CONFUSED. 09:20:28 I'VE READ THE STATEMENT OF INTENT FROM THE CODE OF THE CITY 09:20:32 OF SARASOTA, SECTION 25.2 WHICH SAYS IT IS THE INTENT OF THE

file:///C/Users/JJohnson/Desktop/23-05-15-Commission.txt[5/16/2023 12:57:39 PM] 09:20:38 CITY COMMISSION IN ADOPTING THE CURRENT SARASOTA CITY PLAN 09:20:41 TO PRESERVE, PROMOTE, AND PROTECTION THE PUBLIC HEALTH, 09:20:45 SAFETY, AND WELFARE TO ENCOURAGE THE MOST APPROPRIATE USE OF 09:20:51 LAND, WATER, AND RESOURCES CONSISTENT WITH THE PUBLIC 09:20:55 INTEREST. 09:20:56 TO FACILITATE THE ADEQUATE AND EFFICIENT PROVISION OF PUBLIC 09:21:02 SERVICES. 09:21:04 AND THEN I READ THE SARASOTA CITY PLAN GOALS. 09:21:10 IT SAYS MAXIMIZE OPPORTUNITIES FOR ALL CITIZENS TO HAVE 09:21:14 MEANINGFUL INVOLVEMENT IN THE DECISIONS THAT AFFECT THEIR 09:21:18 NEIGHBORHOOD. 09:21:19 ENSURE NEIGHBORHOOD SAFETY AND QUALITY OF LIFE. 09:21:23 PRESERVE, PROTECT, AND ENHANCE NEIGHBORHOOD AESTHETICS, 09:21:27 IDENTITY, AND NATURAL AND HISTORIC RESOURCES. 09:21:30 THE PROPOSED BUILDING IS SUPPOSEDLY 18 STORIES TALL, MORE 09:21:36 THAN DOUBLE THE HEIGHT OF THE 14-STORY BUILDING NEXT DOOR 09:21:39 AND OCCUPIES 120th OF THE LAND. 09:21:43 THIS HUGE OUT-OF-SCALE BUILDING FOR PERHAPS 28 SEASONAL 09:21:47 RESIDENTS DOES NOT MEET ANY OF THE AFOREMENTIONED CRITERIA 09:21:50 FROM THE STATEMENT OF INTENT OR THE PLAN GOALS. 09:21:55 YES, I AM CONFUSED. 09:21:57 WHY ARE WE HERE DISCUSSING THIS? 09:21:59 IT SHOULD HAVE NEVER BEEN CONSIDERED. 09:22:01 THANK YOU. 09:22:02 >>Mayor Battie: EXCELLENT. 09:22:04 THANK YOU, SIR. 09:22:05 MR. CARNES. 09:22:11 >> THANK YOU. 09:22:12 I'M WILLIAM CARNES. 09:22:16 I'M A TEN-YEAR RESIDENT OF SARASOTA, AND I'M A PROFESSIONAL 09:22:19 ENGINEER REGISTERED IN FLORIDA. 09:22:20 I'M HERE TO REGISTER MY STRONG OPPOSITION TO THE SKYSCRAPER 09:22:27 PROPOSED AT 1260 NORTH PALM AVENUE. 09:22:29 THIS RECKLESS DEVELOPMENT WILL LEAD SARASOTA DOWN THE PATH 09:22:32 TO EXCESS BUILDING SIZE THAT WILL HURT THE QUALITY OF LIFE 09:22:34 IN SARASOTA FOR GENERATIONS TO COME. 09:22:36 THE DEVELOPER OF THIS 12-UNIT SKYSCRAPER HAS PROPOSED A 09:22:41 STRUCTURE THAT IS TWICE THE HEIGHT OF NEARBY BUILDINGS ON A 09:22:44 PARCEL THAT IS ROUGHLY ONE-QUARTER OF AN ACRE. 09:22:47 THE SOLE PURPOSE OF THE EXTREME HEIGHT OF THE BUILDING IS TO 09:22:50 CRANK UP THE HEIGHT TO ALLOW POTENTIAL RESIDENTS OF THE 09:22:53 UPPER 10 TO 9 UPPER LEVELS TO SEE OVER THE BAY PLAZA 09:22:57 BUILDING FOR VIEWS OF SARASOTA BAY. 09:22:59 THESE UPPER LEVELS COULD SELL FOR UPWARDS OF $10 MILLION 09:23:04 EACH. 09:23:05 DEVELOPERS HOWEVER DO NOT CONTROL THE AIR RIGHTS OVER BAY 09:23:07 PLAZA. 09:23:08 THE SKYSCRAPER WILL BE A BUILDING THE LIKES OF WHICH NOBODY 09:23:12 HAS EVER SEEN BEFORE IN SARASOTA. 09:23:14 THE TYPE OF CONSTRUCTION WILL BE UNUSUAL FOR THIS AREA. 09:23:16 THIS BUILDING WILL BE EXPOSED TO CATEGORY 5 HURRICANE WINDS 09:23:20 AND SEISMIC LATERAL LOADS.

file:///C/Users/JJohnson/Desktop/23-05-15-Commission.txt[5/16/2023 12:57:39 PM] 09:23:23 TO RESIST LOADS, DESIGN STIFFENED WITH IMMENSE SHEAR WALLS. 09:23:27 TO KEEP THE BUILDING FROM TOPPLING OVER, THE SHEAR WALLS 09:23:30 WILL HAVE TO BE ANCHORED WITH DEEP DRILLED PIERS AS MUCH AS 09:23:35 THREE FEET IN DIAMETER. 09:23:36 MOST LIKELY, THESE LARGE DIAMETER DEEP HOLES KEEP FROM 09:23:39 COLLAPSING AND UNDERMINING BAY PLAZA WILL PRESENT ADDITIONAL 09:23:42 CHALLENGES ON THIS QUARTER-ACRE LOT. 09:23:44 THIS CONSTRUCTION, WITH ITS EXTREME HEIGHT, TRANSFER BEAMS, 09:23:49 SHEAR WALLS AND DEEP FOUNDATIONS COULD PUT ALMOST 1,000 09:23:52 TRUCKLOADS OF CONCRETE ON PALM AVENUE TO CONSTRUCT A 09:23:55 BUILDING FOR 14 UNITS. 09:23:57 BECAUSE THIS BUILDING IS SURROUNDED ON THREE SIDES BY THE 09:24:01 BAY PLAZA PROPERTY, THIS BUILDING WILL NOT HAVE AN ALLEY. 09:24:04 THIS BUILDING WILL NOT EVEN HAVE A BACK DOOR. 09:24:07 THE BUILDING IS ZONED TO BE LIMITED TO 18 LEVELS WILL BE 342 09:24:13 FEET HIGH. 09:24:14 THIS IS ROUGHLY AT A HEIGHT OF EQUIVALENT 30-STORY BUILDING 09:24:18 AND IS MORE THAN TWICE THE HEIGHT OF THE 14 LEVEL BAY PLAZA. 09:24:22 HOW THIS PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT ACHIEVE SUCH A HEIGHT WITH 18 09:24:27 LEVELS? 09:24:27 IT WAS DONE BY PUSHING THE STORY HEIGHTS TO 20 FEET, BY NOT 09:24:31 COUNTING THREE LEVELS OF PARKING, BY ADDING 70 FEET OF 09:24:35 QUESTIONABLE INTERSTITIAL SPACE AND NOT COUNTING A ROOFTOP 09:24:39 AMENITY LEVEL WHICH INCLUDES A LOBBY, KITCHEN, DINING AREA, 09:24:43 BATHROOM, TWO POOLS AND TWO HOT TUBS. 09:24:45 THE RESPONSIBLE LEADERS OF SARASOTA SHOULD SERIOUSLY 09:24:48 CONSIDER REVIEW WHY SUCH AN OBSCENE DEVELOPMENT SHOULD BE 09:24:52 ALLOWED. THIS BUILDING VIOLATES THE INTENT OF THE MASTER 09:24:55 PLAN. 09:24:55 THIS BUILDING SHOULD TAKE POSSIBLY TWO YEARS TO CONSTRUCT. 09:24:58 THIS BUILDING WILL PUSH THE LIMITS OF CONSTRUCTION, HEIGHT, 09:25:01 MASS, SCALE, LOT COVERAGE, COMPATIBILITY, AND QUALITY OF 09:25:04 LIFE FOR THE BENEFIT OF A FEW WELL-OFF TENANTS. 09:25:08 I URGE THIS BE DENIED. 09:25:12 >>Mayor Battie: THANK YOU, GENTLEMEN. 09:25:13 CALL UP THE NEXT FIVE. 09:25:18 DONNA LERNER. 09:25:19 MICHAEL SCHNEIDERMAN. 09:25:26 MR. PAUL HESS. 09:25:31 ELKE LANPHAR. 09:25:31 CAROLE KLEINBERG. 09:25:45 YOU CAN LEAD US OFF, MS. LERNER. 09:26:01 >> GOOD MORNING. 09:26:03 IS THAT THE RIGHT PLACE? 09:26:04 GOOD MORNING. 09:26:06 MY NAME IS DONNA LERNER. 09:26:08 AS A 50-YEAR, YEAR-ROUND RESIDENT OF SARASOTA, I AM PROUD OF 09:26:15 THIS CITY. 09:26:16 MY FRIENDS AND RELATIVES ELSEWHERE CAN'T BELIEVE I LIVE IN 09:26:19 SUCH A COOL PLACE. 09:26:20 THE WATER, THE BEACHES, THE WEATHER, THE ARTS, THE PUBLIC 09:26:24 ART, THE NEW BAY PARK, THE BAY RUNNER TROLLEY AND THE

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