Minutes

Committee of the Whole · 2026-04-22 · minutes

The City Council discussed the FY2026 Utility Revenue Sufficiency Analysis Report, which included options for financing water and sewer infrastructure. Option 2, utilizing Commercial Paper and Fixed Rate Bonds, was recommended and approved. This option is expected to save rate payers money and build additional capacity. The Council also discussed the Everest Headworks project, which has seen a significant increase in estimated costs from $11.67 million for rehabilitation to $31.5 million for replacement. The Cape Coral Rowing Club's placement at Tropicana Park was a significant topic of discussion during the Roundtable Discussion and Citizens Input Time, with several citizens speaking in favor and some raising concerns about spending, engineering, and training space. The City Manager provided updates on various citizen input items, including the Crystal Lake survey and auditor selection. A regular meeting was scheduled for May 6, 2026.