City Council – Regular Meeting

Commented on things in the budget not needed . Public Hearing closed. Councilmember Kaduk moved, seconded by Councilmember Lastra, to adopt Ordinance 18-26, as presented. Councilmember Donnell requested that Director Feast show how to access the information. Financial Services Director Feast demonstrated how to access the information . • Government • Open Government • List of items • Financial Open Government • Open Finance • City of Cape Coral - access of financial systems • Tutorial video • Revenues and Expenditures • General Funds and Others - major funds • All Other City Funds - non major funds • City's Residentia l Rental Registration Program - set up as a separate accounting fund • Explore Revenues • Find - Special Revenue Funds • List provided of all programs • Locate the Fund you want to look at • Select it Fund and it wil l give you a snapshot of revenues collected as of the prior night • Where's it From? $682,115 collected - real-time information • How's it Spent? will show expenditures and track in real-time Councilmember Donnell thanked Staff for providing transparency. Councilmember Kaduk explained how to search for specific consultant expenditures and more to dive-in. VOLUME: LXXXI PAGE: 102 APRIL 15 , 2026 • Open Finance> Common Questions> Search for anything > All Years Councilmember Lehmann inquired about the funds being held for Residential Rental Registrations . Director Feast explained the funds would be spent to cover expenditures for the Staff, vehicles , and equipment. Discussion held regarding : • Additional Staff 4 positions • City Clerk's Department handling program • Once positions approved allows for additional efforts to collect • Hiring 4 positions - 3 Full-time and1 Part-time • 1 Full-time Resea rch Specialist, 1 Part-time or Contract Administrative Assistant, and 2 Code Inspectors • Research Special ist and Contract Administrative Assistant will be housed in the City Clerk's Office • Code Enforcement Officers will be housed in Code but funded by this program Council polled as follows: Kaduk, Kilraine, Lastra, Lehmann, Long, Steinke, Donnell, and Gunter voted "aye. 11 Eight "ayes. 11 Motion carried 8-0. Last Call for Comment Cards Introductions I Resolution 91-26 (VAC26-000001 *) Set Public Hearing for May 6, 2026 *Quasi-Judicial , All Persons Providing Testimony Must Be Sworn In A Resolution of the Mayor and City Council of the City of Cape Coral , Florida, providing Ifor the vacation of plat fo r a portion of alley right-of-way between Lots 1 through 41 , and Lots 42 through 82 , Block 4185 , Unit 59 ; providing for the vacation of platted easements located within Lots 34 through 37 , and Lots 47 through 49 , Block 4185 , Unit 59; providing for the vacation of easements underlying the alley right-of-way between Lots 34 through 37 , and Lots 46 through 49 , Block 4185 , Unit 59 ; properties located at 3300-3510 Tropicana Parkway and 3301-3513 NW 7th Terrace ; providing for an effective date. Applicant: City of Cape Coral Address : 3300-3510 Tropicana Parkway and 3301 -3513 NW 7th Terrace Acreage : 33 ,586 .5 sq. ft . Requests: The City requests vacating 33 ,586 .5 sq . Ft. of alley right-of-way between Lots 1-41 and 42- 82 in Block 4185 , Unit 59 . The City also requests vacating platted easements located in Lots 34-37 and 47-49 , and easements underlying the alley right-of-way between Lots 34-37 and 46-49 , all in Block 4185 , Unit 59. City Plann in g Staff Recommendation : Approval with conditions Hearing Examiner Recommendation: Approval Councilmember Kilraine left the dais at 5 :3 5 p.m. City Cle rk Bruns read the title of the Resolution . The public hearing was scheduled for May 6, 2026 , in Council Chambers. Resolution 92-26 (VAC26-000002*) Set Public Hearing for May 6, 2026 *Quasi-Judicial , All Persons Providing Testimony Must Be Sworn In A Resolution of the Mayor and City Council of the City of Cape Coral , Florida, providing for the vacation of plat for a portion of alley right-of-way, and underlying easements , between Lots 1 through 21 , and Lots 22 through 43 , Block 4278 , Unit 61 ; providing for the vacation of interior platted easements located within Lots 19 through 21 , and Lots 22 through 26 , Block 4278 , Unit 61 ; properties located at 3246-3322 NW 16th Terrace and 3235-3327 Gulfstream Parkway; providing for an effective date. I I I I Applicant: City of Cape Coral Address : 3246-3322 NW 16th Ter and 3235-3327 Gulfstream Pkwy Acreage: 17 ,584 .6 sq. Ft. VOLUME : LXXXI PAGE: 103 APRIL 15 , 2026 Request: The City requests vacating 17 ,584.6 sq . ft. of alley right-of-way and underlying easements between Lots 1-21 and Lots 22-43 in Block 4278 , Unit 61 . The City also requests to vacate platted easements located in Lots 19-21 and Lots 22-26 in Block 4278 , Unit 61 . City Planning Staff Recommendation: Approval with Conditions Hearing Examiner Recommendation: Approval Councilmember Kilraine returned to the dais at 5:36 p.m. City Clerk Bruns read the title of the Resolution. The public hearing was scheduled for May 6, 2026 , in Council Chambers. Ordinance 10-26 (TXT26-000002) Set Public Hearing for May 6, 2026 An Ordinance of the Mayor and City Council of the City of Cape Coral , Florida , amending the Land Development Code of the City of Cape Coral , Florida , Section 1.15. Measurements, as set forth within Article 1, General Provisions; and Section 3.3.6. Administrative Deviations , as set forth within Article 3, Development Review, Chapter 3, Specific Review Procedures-Administrative permits and approvals ; and Section 5.1.12. as set forth within Article 5, Development Standards; Chapter 1, General requirements for all development, regarding height restrictions for both buildings and structures; providing for severability and an effective date. (Brought forward by City Management) City Planning Staff Recommendation : Approval Planning and Zoning Commission Recommendation: Approval Councilmember Kaduk left the dais at 5:37 p.m. City Clerk Bruns read the title of the Ordinance. The public hearing was scheduled for May 6, 2026 , in Council Chambers. Ordinance 17-26 (TXT26-000001) Set Public Hearing for May 6, 2026 An Ordinance of the Mayor and City Council of the City of Cape Coral , Florida , amending the City of Cape Coral , Florida , Land Development Code, by amending Section 5.2.1 ., General Requirements , set forth within Article 5, Development Standards, Chapter 2, Accessory Structures; amending Section 5.2 .7 ., Fences and walls, set forth within Article 5, Development Standards, Chapter 2, Accessory Structures, regarding the genera l requirements and restrictions on fences and walls ; providing for severability and an effective date. (Brought forward by City Management) City Planning Staff Recommendation : Approval Planning and Zoning Commission Recommendation : Approva l City Clerk Bruns read the title of the Ordinance. The public hearing was scheduled for May 6, 2026 , in Council Chambers . Ordinance 24-26 Set Public Hearing for May 6, 2026 An Ordinance of the Mayor and City Council of the City of Cape Coral , Florida authorizing the issuance of not to exceed $103 ,500 ,000 in aggregate principal amount of Utility Improvement Assessment Bonds (North 1 East Area) , Series 2026 , of the City of Cape Coral , Florida for the principal purpose of financing and refinancing the development, construction and installation of certain potable water, wastewater and irrigation water utility capital improvements within the North 1 East area of the City; pledging special assessment proceeds to secure payment of the principal of, redemption premium , if any, and interest on the bonds ; allowing for the use of net revenues of the City's water and sewer utility system to pay debt service on the bonds or make up deficiencies in the reserve account in the event such special assessment proceeds are insufficient for such purpose ; providing for an effective date. (Brought forward by City Management) City Clerk Bruns read the title of the Ordinance. VOLUME: LXXXI PAGE: 104 APRIL 15 , 2026 The public hearing was scheduled for May 6, 2026 , in Council Chambers . Ord inance 25-26 Set Public Hearing for May 6, 2026 An Ordinance of the Mayor and City Council of the City of Cape Coral , Florida , authorizing 1the issuance of not to exceed $100 ,000 ,000 in aggregate principal amount of Water and Sewer Revenue Bonds, Series 2026 , of the City of Cape Coral, Florida to finance and refinance costs of the acquisition , construction and equipping of various capital improvements to the City's water and sewer utility system ; pledging the herein described pledged funds to secure the payment of the principal of, redemption premium, if any, and interest on such bonds ; providing for certain rights of the holders of such bonds ; and providing an effective date. (Brought forward by City Management) City Clerk Bruns read the title of the Ordinance. The public hearing was scheduled for May 6, 2026 , in Council Chambers . Councilmember Kaduk returned to the dais at 5:41 p.m. Ordinance 26-26 Set Public Hearing for May 6, 2026 An Ordinance of the Mayor and City Council approving the Consent to Assignment and Assumption of Lease Agreement and Estoppel Certificate , to assign the Lease Agreement from PPW Cape Coral , LLC , to Ripley's Sun Splash Waterpark, LLC , a Delaware limited liability company, relating to property owned by the City of Cape Coral , Florida , located at 400 Santa Barbara Boulevard , known as Sun Splash Waterpark; authorizing the City Manager or their designee to execute the Consent to Assignment of Lease Agreement, Estoppel Certificate and any and all related documents; providing for Iseverability and an effective date. (Brought forward by City Management) City Clerk Bruns read the title of the Ordinance. The public hearing was scheduled for May 6, 2026 , in Council Chambers . CITIZENS INPUT TIME Christina llczyszyn expressed concern about the flagpole initiative. Tom Shadrach discussed sole-source procurement; Rowing Club decision by a prior Council ; Waste Pro contract; trash dump in District 7; financial surplus ; raising tax and assessment revenues. Marie Kavanaugh expressed concern with flagpole funds . Spoke about Golf Club meeting last week and FAA requirements. Joe Angrisano spoke about logo controversy and public access in public parks. Don Hazlett provided input. Councilmember Lastra called a point of order. Recessed at 6:01 p.m. and reconvened at 6:11 p.m. Jennifer Alvarez-Watta suggested close-caption on monitors in Council Chambers for the hearing-impaired ; Northwest Spreader does not need the Rowing Club . Saundra Weston shared the accomplishments of the Rowing Club. She voiced that the Club is looking at liquidation. She expressed concern for the future of the children . Ginny Bunch voiced support for the Rowing Club to remain at Tropicana Park. I VOLUME: LXXXI PAGE: 105 APRIL 15, 2026 Julia Ettari discussed the flagpole project; City logo; audit for proper procedures ; and opposed Rowing Club relocation . Henry McManus opposed moving the Rowing Club from Trop icana to Crystal Lake . Nolan Balon opposed moving the Rowing Club from Tropicana to Crystal Lake. I Jeff Bunch opposed moving the Rowing Club from Tropicana to Crystal Lake. Sofia Mayus opposed moving the Rowing Club from Tropicana to Crystal Lake. Danielle Fitzsimmons appeared on behalf of the Cape Coral Rowing Club. She voiced concerns about no viable road to water at Crystal Lake . Karen Niece voiced support for the Cape Coral Rowing Club . Tropicana Park was promised to them for years. She requested Council reconsider. Paul Cummings voiced his support for the Cape Coral Rowing Club . Bruce Godey questioned the validation of safety reasons for the Cape Coral Rowing Club . Jim Jeskie, Southwest Cape Coral Action Committee, discussed the Four Corners change from commercial/professional to commercial zoning allowing a gas station abutting up to a single-family home. He suggested adding one line to hierarchy conditional use. Councilmember Long left the dais at 6:41 p.m. I Anne Berchtold voiced exercising First Amendment right of free speech . I Councilmember Kaduk addressed the speakers' concerns: • It is a public park; use the ramp . Councilmember Long returned to the dais at 6:47 p.m. Councilmember Lehmann addressed the speakers' concerns : • North Spreader • Rowing Club relocation to Crystal Lake • Contractors willing to work with Rowing Club to relocate within 60-90 days Councilmember Kilraine moved to adjourn. Motion died for lack of second. Councilmember Lastra addressed the speakers' concerns: • Liability with contractors • Concerns with moving boats • Public park - use it Councilmember Steinke addressed the speakers' concerns : • Four Corners Change to Commercial Zoning Allowing a Gas Station • Consideration to avoid this from happening again City Manager llczyszyn responded: • Permitted in a Commercial Zoning property • Explored by Staff • Understand that they are trying to get advance notice • Intent to use the property to get ahead • Senate Bill 180 zone everything residential and then convert to commercial was not going to work • Future Land Use map and zoning on property by quasi-judicial hearings Councilmember Steinke addressed the speakers' concerns : VOLUME : LXXXI PAGE: 106 APRIL 15 , 2026 • Protecting residents when commercial is next door - buffering separation • Conditional Use grid requirements City Manager llczyszyn responded : • Counc il has looked at buffers , variations , walls , and distance of a vegetative buffer 1multiple times , development drives that change • Area further development - did not see the area as being commercial • North Cape area different • Council can always bring up adjusting buffers, walls , heights, distance, any time • Standard process discussion or ask for a second tonight to go down that road Councilmember Steinke would be willing to do that - adjusting buffers , walls , heights, and distance. Councilmember Kaduk provided the second . City Manager llczyszyn noted they would put together some baseline information and send to Council of what is there today. Councilmember Donne ll addressed the speakers' concerns : • Next City Council Regular and voting meeting - May 6 th , 2026 • Opportunity to speak to Council not in favor in Rowi ng Club decision and potential fo r reconsiderati on at the next regular voting meeting City Attorney Boksner explained the process for Motion fo r reconsideration . Councilmember Donnell continued addressing the speakers' concerns : • Intent not to preach but provide information • Educating community on how Council gets to their decisions • Respect • Youth speakers and knowledge of politics • Cape Coral water system recognized as standard internationally REPORTS OF THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS Councilmember Long - Topics: No report Councilmember Steinke - Topics : No report • 4/2 Attended Tourism Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon • 4/9 Attended Tou ri st Development Council Meeting • 4/15 Attended Cape Transportation Advisory Committee Meeting Councilmember Donnell - Topics : • Golf Course surveys - citizens continue to complete Councilmember Kaduk - Topics: No report I Councilmember Kilraine - Topics : I• 4/9 Attended CCCIA meeting • 4/ 10 Attended Camelot Playground Ribboncutting • 4/ 10 Attended Yo uth Council meeting • 4/10 Community Foundation Awards Ceremony • 4/14 Meeting with Rowing Club • 4/ 15 Attended the CTAC Meeting • 6/1 Next Town Hall Meeting at Sandoval - Development Services Permitting and Enforcement VOLUME : LXXXI PAGE: 107 APRIL 15 , 2026 Councilmember Kilraine mentioned the impasse at the Firefighters' pension discussion . Asked to work with the City to pursue financial analysis as it compares to other pensions for firefighters in the State. Requested a second to work on this topic. Mayor Gunter asked if he was going to do that holistically for all City employees. Councilmember Kilraine responded absolutely. I Mayor Gunter provided the second if he was doing it for all City employees. I I Councilmember Kilraine was approached by BIA to talk with the City Manager and others about having a liaison for them. He looked for a second to be able to continue that discussion and bring forth a liaison position for the BIA and maybe extend it to CCCIA. Councilmember Donnell provided the second. Councilmember Lastra - Topics: No report Councilmember Lehmann - Topics: No report Mayor Gunter - Topics : • Attended a meeting with the Under Secretary for the Florida Department of Transportation - Sands Bridge - design and permitti ng is complete - putting out for bid for repair • Thanked FOOT for getting this process through • Pine Island Road - PD&E same segment mentioned at CTAC - Pine Island Road and Skyline - FOOT recommended moving up to Pondella - Staff getting it together and providing to City Council ; Plan B viable - will come to entire Council Councilmember Kilraine noted that the May CTAC meeting was canceled and a presentation would be held at the June meeting . REPORTS OF THE CITY ATTORNEY AND CITY MANAGER City Attorney: No report City Manager llczyszyn announced: • Comments to changes to buffers - Senate Bill 180 and 250 - mindfu l any of the changes to bring forward cannot contemplate them if they are more restrictive than what is in place today City Attorney Boksner explained the Bill. Discussion held regarding Senate Bill 180 being in place until October 2027. City Manager llczyszyn announced: • Attended Councilmember Kilraine's Town Hall Meeting and explained how we achieved being open for business at the expense of local government being able to control our developments • Constraints on future plans and ability to control growth • Invited residents and community members to attend Ribboncutting Ceremony celebrating the opening of the new Pelican Soccer Complex Playground . It will take place on Friday, May 1st at 10:00 a.m. , 4020 SW 2 nd Court • City of Cape Coral is hosting its Annual Arbor Day Celebration and Ceremonial Tree Planting at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, April 24 th at Crystal Lake Park. • In addition to the ceremony, the City is seeking volunteers to help plant 300 trees at Crystal Lake Park. Interested parties should send an email to oleon@capecoral.gov TIME AND PLACE OF FUTURE MEETINGS VOLUME : LXXXI PAGE: 108 APRIL 15, 2026 A Committee of the Whole was scheduled for Wednesday, Apri l 22 , 2026 , beginning at 9:00 a.m. in Counci l Chambers. MOTION TO ADJOURN There be i ng no further business, the meeting adjourned at 7:14 p.m. Submitted by, ~?~ Kimberly Bruns , MMC City Clerk I I I.

Commissioner I I I MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CAPE CORAL CITY COUNCIL April 15 , 2026 Council Chambers Meeting called to order by Mayor Gunter at 4:02 p.m . INVOCATION/MOMENT OF SILENCE - Councilmember Donnell PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Councilmember Donnell VOLUME: LXXXI PAGE: 93 APRIL 15 , 2026 4:00 p.m . Roll Call: Mayor Gunter, Councilmembers Donnell, Kaduk, Kilraine, Lastra , Lehmann , Long , and Steinke were present. CHANGES TO AGENDA/ADOPTION OF AGENDA Mayor Gunter requested Item Move 8.d.1. Lee Building Industry Association : Builders Care Presentation be moved directly following Recognitions and Achievements . Councilmember Kilraine moved, seconded by Councilmember Steinke, to adopt the agenda, as amended. Council polled as follows: Kaduk, Kilraine, Lastra, Lehmann, Long, Steinke, Donnell, and Gunter voted "aye. 11 Eight "ayes. 11 Motion carried 8-0. RECOGNITIONS/ACHIEVEMENTS Community Recognition Award - BMX 2026 Worlds Team USA City Manager llczyszyn announced that a group of Cape Coral BMX athletes have earned the City's Community Recognition Award . During the Sunshine State National Race held at Strausser BMX Sports Complex, several riders from Cape Coral earned a spot on Team USA to compete in the 2026 World Championship in Brisbane, Australia. New Business (moved to directly following Recognitions/Achievements) Lee Building Industry Association: Builders Care Presentation Representatives from Lee BIA Builders Care presented the following slides : • Lee BIA Builders Care - Rebuilding the American Dream • About Builders Care, Mission , Vision • Making a Difference One Life Changing Gift at a Time • Our Mighty Team • How are we funded? • Who is a qualifying homeowner? • What type of repairs? Services • Builders Care Projects • HVAC, Roof, ADA Ramp • Electrical, ADA Bathroom , Plumbing/Well & Septic • Beautification, Mold Remediation • Lot Donation Program • Overview, Goal • Success Story APPROVAL OF MINUTES Regular Meeting - March 25 , 2026 VOLUME: LXXXI PAGE: 94 APRIL 15, 2026 Councilmember Kilraine moved, seconded by Councilmember Steinke, to approve the minutes for the March 25, 2026, Regular Meeting, as presented. Voice Poll: All "ayes. 11 Motion carried. Regular Meeting - April 1, 2026 Councilmember Kilraine moved, seconded by Councilmember Lastra, to approve the minutes for the April 1, 2026, Regular Meeting, as presented. Voice Poll: All I"ayes. 11 Motion carried. 1) Resolution 42-26 BUSINESS CONSENT AGENDA A Resolution of the Mayor and City Council of the City of Cape Coral , Florida , awa rding a Quote to Burnt Store Recycling , LLC , for the purchase of fill dirt associated with the Citywide Median Curbing Improvement Project, at a unit price of $9 .00 per cubic yard , for an estimated annual amount of $135 ,000 , not to exceed budgetary limits; authorizing the City Manager or their designee to execute the purchase order(s) and any other related document(s ); providing for an effective date. Departmen t: Public W orks An n ual Dollar Value : $1 35 ,000 , not to exceed budgetary limits Fund : 6 Cent Gas Ta x Duration: FY2026 Procurement Methodology: Section 2- 144 (b) Small purchases - Quotes 2) Resolution 77-26 A Resolution of the Mayor and City Council of the City of Cape Coral , Florida , approving Substantial Amendment No . 2 to the 2025-2026 One Year Action Plan for the Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG) Entitlement Prog r am ; authorizing and directing the City Manager or their designee to prepare and submit the amendment to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development; authorizing the City Manager or their designee to execute all agreements and documents necessary for submission of the amendment and the use of such funds ; providing for an effective date. Department: Development Services Dollar Value : $75 ,000 Fund : Community Development Block Grant Source: Community Development Block Grant Du ration : N/A Procurement Methodology: N/A 3) Resolution 81 -26 A Resolution of the Mayor and City Council of the City of Cape Coral , Florida , authorizing Subrecipient Agreements for 2025-2026 State Housing Initiatives Partnership Grant Program Funds between the City of Cape Co ral , Florida , and Habitat for Humanity of Lee and Hendry Counties , Inc ., a Florida not for profit corporation , and between the City of Cape Coral , Florida, and Rebuilding Together Greater Florida , Inc ., a Florida not for profit corporation ; authorizing the City Manager or their designee to execute the Agreements ; providing for an effective date. Department: Development Services Do ll ar Va l ue : $722 ,307 Fund : Local Housing Trust Fund Source: State Housing Initiative Partnership Program (SHIP) Duration : 6/30/2028 4) Resolution 84-26 A Resolution of the Mayor and City Council of the City of Cape Coral , Florida , Awarding Quote No . QPW2694MR to Salty Roofing and Sheet Metal , Inc. , Doing I I I I I VOLUME: LXXXI PAGE: 95 APRIL 15 , 2026 Business As Target Roofing, for the Roof Replacement and Carport Repair at Lake Kennedy Senior Center; Approving Contract No . QPW2694MR to Salty Roofing and Sheet Metal, Inc., Doing Business As Target Roofing , for the Roof Replacement and Carport Repair at Lake Kennedy Senior Center, in the Amount of $160 ,341.89; Providing for Approval of City-Controlled Contingency in the Amount of $8,017.09; Authorizing the City Manager or Their Designee to Execute the Contract, Purchase Order(s) , and Certain Change Order(s) ; providing for an effective date. Department: Public Works Dollar Value: $168,358.98 Fund : Parks Capital Projects Funding Source: General Fund Duration : 120 calendar days after the Notice to Proceed is issued Procurement Methodology: Quotes - 2-144 (b) Small Purchases 5) Resolution 86-26 A Resolution of the Mayor and City Council of the City of Cape Coral , Florida , Approving Contract No . PPD2693DB with LDV, Inc ., in Accordance with General Services Administration Contract No. 47QMCA21 D000F, for the Purchase of a Mobile Command Center, in the Total Amount of $502 ,888; Authorizing the City Manager or Their Designee to Execute the Contract, Purchase Order(s) and Any Related Documents; providing for an effective date. Department: Police Dollar Value : $502 ,888 Fund: PD Federal Confiscation Fund and Speed Zone Camera Fund Duration: 365 Calendar Days Procurement Methodology: Piggyback 6) Resolution 87 -26 A Resolution of the Mayor and City Council of the City of Cape Coral , Florida , Authorizing an Increase to Purchase Order No . 26501996 with Mason Evans, Inc ., Doing Business as Diamond Investigations and Security, to Provide Security Services at the Southwest Reservoir Located at 16470 Tamiami Trial , Punta Gorda, Florida 33955 , in the Amount of $150 ,000 , Increasing the Total Purchase Order to $249,000; Authorizing the City Manager or Their Designee to Execute the Necessary Documents to Increase Purchase Order 26501996; Providing for an Effective Date. Department: Utilities Dollar Value : $249 ,000 (increase of $150 ,000) Fund : Water and Sewer Duration: Through September 30, 2026 Procurement methodology: Quotes 7) Resolution 88-26 A Resolution of the Mayor and City Council of the City of Cape Coral , Florida , Approving Work Authorization Form No. AB-07 with AREX Builders Corp. , Utilizing Master Agreement No . RPW2371 MM-B, for Renovations to the Pelican Baseball Complex, Associated with Project Sparkle, for a Guaranteed Maximum Price of $655 ,705.25, which includes the 6% Construction Manager at Risk Service Fee and a 5% City-Controlled Contingency; Authorizing the City Manager or Their Designee to Execute the Work Authorization Form and Purchase Order(s) ; providing for an effective date. Department: Public Works Dollar Value: $655 ,705.25 Fund : Parks Capital Projects Fund Source of Funds: General Fund Duration: 135 calendar days after the Notice to Proceed is issued Procurement methodology: Work Authorization - Construction Manager at Risk Master Agreement #RPW2371 MM-B Mayor Gunter asked if anyone wanted to pull any items. Councilmember Kaduk pulled 8(a)(1) Resolution 42-26. Councilmember Lastra pulled 8(a)(5) Resolution 86-26. There were no other items pulled. VOLUME: LXXXI PAGE : 96 APR IL 15, 2026 Councilmember Kilraine moved, seconded by Councilmember Donnell, to approve I8(a)(2) Resolution 77-26, 8(a)(3) Resolution 81-26, 8(a)(4) Resolution 84-26, 8(a)(6) Resolution 87-26, and 8(a)(7) Resolution 88-26, as presented. Council polled as follows: Kaduk, Kilraine, Lastra, Lehmann, Long, Steinke, Donnell, and Gunter voted "aye." Eight "ayes." Motion carried 8-0. Councilmember Kaduk shared a comment about Councilmember Long 's efforts that saved taxpayers $45,000 on fill dirt. Councilmember Kilraine moved, seconded by Councilmember Lastra, to approve 8(a)(1) Resolution 42-26, as presented. Council polled as follows: Kaduk, Ki/raine, Lastra, Lehmann, Long, Steinke, Donnell, and Gunter voted "aye." Eight "ayes." Motion carried 8-0. Councilmember Lastra pulled 8(a)(5) Resolution 86 -26 for discussion to clarify to the public where the City is getting the funds and how we are recovering it. Chief of Police Sizemore explained he would discuss operationally offline with Councilmember Lastra. Funding source is split 50/50; half Red Speed citation proceeds - portion comes to CCPD for initiatives; other 50% is from criminal seizure and asset account Iearmarked for projects and equipment. Discussion held regarding: • Using funds for something else - need to discuss with Finance Department Councilmember Steinke moved, seconded by Councilmember Lastra, to approve 8(a)(5) Resolution 86-26, as presented. Councilmember Long questioned: appropriation request which will presumably occur after this goes through . How does it play out? Chief of Police Sizemore explained it was similar to qualify for the State appropriations - some alterations to incorporate an emergency management component to it. Expedited the request with the funding that we have available through forfeiture. Discussion held regarding : • Use for another vehicle - apply and then replenish other funds • Or look at other equipment • Expectation is this could be done and get clarification from State - eligible activity • Timing - move now or wait for State appropriation • Operational perspective - need now I• Money replenished from the Red Speed Fund $250K Councilmember Long explained he would not support this Resolution since his original goal for Red Speed proceeds could be utilized for officers and public safety initiatives. Councilmember Ki lraine inquired about the funds coming in without any contingency requirements and funds could be applied elsewhere. Financial Services Director Feast explained that was the expectation . I I I VOLUME : LXXXI PAGE: 97 APRIL 15, 2026 Chief of Police Sizemore responded there is the ability to have discussions about their future application in a circumstance like this. Council polled as follows: Kaduk, Kilraine, Lastra, Lehmann, Steinke, Donnell, and Gunter voted "aye." Long voted "nay." Seven "ayes." One "nay." Motion carried 7- 1. Appointments To Boards/ Committees/ Commissions Youth Council - 7 Junior Vacancies, 2 Senior Vacancies Mayor Gunter noted that there were 7 Junior Vacancies and 2 Senior Vacancies. Councilmembers conducted applicant interviews in Council Office. Polling was done by numbers next to the applicant's name. Applicants for Junior Vacancies Junior Term expires 5/1/2028 Applications received : 9 Bishop Verot Catholic High School Selimi , Rayne Cape Coral High School Habash, Amira Ida Baker High School Jones, Brody Mariner High School Campbell, Shalia Hechavarria North Fort Myers High School Garcia, Ashley Wang , Olivia Oasis High School Michelena-Fernandez, Miriana Moran, Jasmine Neis, Maisie Council was polled and majority tallied in favor of: Selimi, Habash, Jones, Campbell, Wang, Michelena, and Neis. Councilmember Steinke moved, seconded by Councilmember Kilraine, to appoint as Junior Members to the Youth Council: • Selimi, Rayne • Habash, Amira • Jones, Brody • Campbell, Sha/ia Hechavarria • Michelena-Fernandez, Miriana • Wang, Olivia • Neis, Maisie Council polled as follows: Kaduk, Kilraine, Lastra, Lehmann, Long, Steinke, Donnell, and Gunter voted "aye." Eight "ayes." Motion carried 8-0. Applicants for Senior Vacancies Senior Term expires 5/1/2027 Applications received : 6 Ida Baker High School Huynh , Tiana Trujillo Garcia , Maikol Mariner High School Box, Brianna Poueriet, Anamarie Schweitzer, Dylan Oasis High School Jackson , Landon VOLUME: LXXXI PAGE : 98 APRIL 15, 2026 Council was polled and majority tallied in favor of: Jackson and Trujillo Garcia. Councilmember Kilraine moved, seconded by Councilmember Kaduk, to appoint as Senior Members to Youth Council: • Jackson,Landon • Trujillo Garcia, Maikol Council polled as follows: Kaduk, Kilraine, Lastra, Lehmann, Long, Steinke, Donnell, and Gunter voted "aye. 11 Eight "ayes. 11 Motion carried 8-0. Youth Council Liaison and Alternate Liaison Selection Mayor Gunter noted that Councilmember Lastra is the current liaison with Councilmember Donnell as the alternate liaison . Councilmember Steinke nominated Councilmember Lastra to continue. Councilmember Lastra accepted the nomination . Councilmember Kilraine moved, seconded by Councilmember Steinke, to appoint Councilmember Lastra as the Youth Council Liaison. Council polled as follows: Kaduk, Kilraine, Lastra, Lehmann, Long, Steinke, Donnell, and Gunter voted "aye. 11 Eight "ayes. 11 Motion carried 8-0. Councilmember Ki lraine nominated Councilmember Donnell. Councilmember Donnell accepted the nomination. Councilmember Lastra moved, seconded by Councilmember Kilraine, to appoint Councilmember Donnell as the Alternate Youth Council Liaison. Council polled as follows: Kaduk, Kilraine, Lastra, Lehmann, Long, Steinke, Donnell, and Gunter voted "aye. 11 Eight "ayes. 11 Motion carried 8-0. Unfinished Business Follow Up Items for Council - None Follow Up Items From City Management - None Resolution 102-26 A Resolution of the Mayor and City Council of the City of Cape Coral , Florida , Approving the License Agreement for the Cape Coral Rowing Club , Inc. at Tropicana Park Between the City of Cape Coral , a Florida Municipal Corporation and Cape Coral Rowing Club, Inc. , a Florida Not-For-Profit Corporation , for the Use by Cape Coral Rowi ng Club , of City Owned Property for the Purpose of Recreational Instruction Training in the Sport of Crew Rowing and the Storage of Associated Equipment Located at Tropicana Park; Authorizing the Mayor to Execute the License Agreement; providing for an effective date. I I I I I I Department: Parks and Recreation VOLUME: LXXXI PAGE: 99 APRIL 15 , 2026 City Manager llczyszyn explained that Staff made changes pursuant to Council direction and prepared the license agreement for consideration . Councilmember Kaduk moved, seconded by Councilmember Lastra, to approve Resolution 102-26, as presented. Councilmember Kaduk commented that her decision is based on thinking logically; their stuff being stored at Tropicana Park. • Safety is not the issue per discussion with the Chief of Police Councilmember Lastra agreed with Councilmember Kaduk's comment. This is a public park. • Safety is not the center of discussion • No reports from Florida Fish and Wildlife on any safety issues Councilmember Lehmann commented: • Different viewpoint • Volunteers to move the floating dock and ramp from 7 Islands with their approval 2-3 months to get this done • Help with moving and fencing to Crystal Lake - north top of the North Spreader • Not as much congestion with motorized boats as in Tropicana Park • Wants to see the Rowing Club continue • 40+ members on the Rowing Club versus 1,500 complaints from residents not in favor at Tropicana Park Councilmember Kilraine commented : • Supports the Rowing Club • Long term of having the Club at a specific location • More traffic in the future with 7 Islands coming online • Minimize potential impact on safety • Supported Crystal Lake as the Rowing Club location • Assistance to relocate the current floating docks to Crystal Lake • City wants the Rowing Club in Cape Coral Councilmember Steinke commented : • Encouraged colleagues to reconsider their decision • Conducted more research • Easy access to amenities • Fulfill the plans that were put in place • Supported Resolution 102-26 Councilmember Donnell commented : • Discussions held by City Council on this topic over time • Decision based on data • Encouraged colleagues to reconsider their decision • Data is clear for him to support the Rowing Club at Tropicana Councilmember Kaduk commented: • Storage containers at all our parks - no different Council polled as follows: Kaduk, Lastra, Steinke, and Donnell voted "aye." Kilraine, Lehmann, Long, and Gunter voted "nay." Four "ayes." Four "nays." Motion failed 4- 4. New Business Lee Building Industry Association : Builders Care Presentation (moved immediately after Recognitions and Achievements) ORDINANCES/RESOLUTIONS Public Hearings - Quasi-Judicial Hearings Ordinance 16-26 (RZN25-000006*) Public Hearing *Quasi-Judicial , All Persons Providing Testimony Must Be Sworn In VO LUME: LXXXI PAGE: 100 APRIL 15 , 2026 An Ordinance of the Mayor and City Council of the City of Cape Coral, Florida , that amends the City of Cape Coral, Florida Official Zoning District Map of all property within the limits of the City of Cape Coral, by rezoning property described as a parcel of land located within Lots 20 and 21, Block 163, Cape Coral Unit 3, as more particularly described herein , from Residential Multi-Family Low (RML) to Professional (P) zone; property located at 124 Cape Coral Parkway West; providing for severability and an effective date. Applicant: Carlos Lerena Address: 124 Cape Coral PKWY W Acreage: 10 ,000 SF or 0.23 Acres Request: Residential Multi-Family Low to Professional City Planning Staff Recommendation: Approval Hearing Examiner Recommendation : Approval City Clerk Bruns read the title of the Ordinance. City Attorney Boksner inquired if there were any ex-parte communications that the City Council needed to disclose as this would be the appropriate time to do so for this Quasi- Judicial Hearing. There were none . City Clerk Bruns administered the oath . Principal Planner White presented the following displayed slides: • Ordinance 16-26 RZN25-000006 • Background Information (2 slides) • Site Location , 2025 Aerial Map • Future Land Use Map, Current Zoning Map • Future Land Use Map, Proposed Zoning Map • Analysis - Land Development Code • Analysis - Comprehensive Plan • Analysis - City Impact: Fire and Police • Recommendation : Staff and HEX recommended approval • Correspondence : None Public Hearing opened . No speakers Public Hearing closed . Councilmember Steinke moved, seconded by Councilmember Lehmann, to adopt Ordinance 16-26, as presented. Council polled as follows: Kaduk, Kilraine, Lastra, Lehmann, Long, Steinke, Donnell, and Gunter voted "aye." Eight "ayes." Motion carried 8-0. Public Hearings - Legislative Hearings (Note: Input received as follows: 1. City Staff presentations are limited to five (5) minutes; 2. Applicant(s) presentations are limited to five (5) minutes; and 3. Resident input is limited to three (3) minutes per individual with a maximum of sixty (60) minutes total. All three are subject to the following statement: Unless otherwise extended by City Council.) Ordinance 18-26 Public Hearing An Ordinance of the Mayor and City Council of the City of Cape Coral , Florida , amending City of Cape Coral Ordinance 3-26 , which amended Ordinance 50-25 , which adopted the I I I I I I VOLUME : LXXXI PAGE: 101 APRIL 15 , 2026 City of Cape Coral operating budget, revenues and expenditures , and capit al budget for Fiscal Year 2026, by increasing the total revenues and expenditures by a total of $11 ,323 ,646 ; providing for severability and an effective date. (Brought forward by City Management) City Clerk Bruns read the title of the Ordinance. Financial Services Director Feast exp lained the following displayed slides : • FY2026 Budget Amendment #2 • Purpose of Ordinance • Summary and Overview • Overview • Funding Overview • Charges for Service • Debt • Grants • Miscellaneous • Transfers • Use of Fund Balance • Personnel Public Hearing opened . Resident

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