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[case 2026-387] The City Commission is considering appointments to various advisory boards and committees. Alain Ayan Jr. is applying for the City Beautification Board and the Public Recreation and Parks Board. Chelsea Iobst is applying for the City Beautification Board. Daniel Stepp is applying for the Gainesville Art in Public Places Trust. Cassandra Moore is applying for the Police Advisory Council. Lillian Baker is applying for the SHIP Affordable Housing Advisory Committee. [SW Public Safety Center / Fire Station 9; case 2026-443] The City Commission is considering approving a Guaranteed Maximum Price Agreement Final Package with Ajax Building Company, LLC for the construction completion of the SW Public Safety Center / Fire Station 9. The total cost is $18,191,923.00, funded by the Streets, Stations & Strong Foundations (SSSF) Surtax Program. [150 SW Second Avenue; case 2026-430] The City Commission is considering awarding ConnectFree funding to subsidize two new affordable housing developments. 150 SW Second Avenue Holdings, LLC (Lot 10) is recommended to receive up to $342,723.89, and Build First, LLC is recommended to receive up to $199,565.84. The total available in the ConnectFree Program for FY26 is $1,505,752.29. [Ironwood Golf Course; case 2026-437] The City Commission is considering directing staff to develop and issue a competitive public solicitation (Request for Proposals) for the sale and disposition of the Ironwood Golf Course, following a review of an unsolicited proposal from HangTime Golf. The course currently operates at an annual deficit of approximately $320,000 and has an outstanding bond estimated at $520,538.12 as of September 30, 2026. [City of Gainesville; case 2026-433] The City Commission is considering adopting Resolution No. 2026-433, establishing a Stormwater Services Special Assessment rate of $150.65 per Equivalent Residential Unit for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2026. The total cost for stormwater management services is $11,606,488.00, with estimated special assessment revenue of $10,706,488.00. A public hearing is set for September 10, 2026. [City of Gainesville; case 2026-434] The City Commission is considering adopting Resolution No. 2026-434, establishing preliminary Solid Waste Services Special Assessment Rates for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2026. Rates range from $368.18 for a 20-gallon cart to $486.73 for a 96-gallon cart. Estimated revenue from these assessments is $12,389,454.00. A public hearing is set for September 10, 2026. [City of Gainesville; case 2026-327] The City Commission is considering adopting a Preliminary Rate Resolution for Fire Assessments for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2026. The resolution relates to the imposition and computation of fire services special assessments. A public hearing is set for September 10, 2026. [Southwest 47th Way, east of SW 44th Street; case 2026-398] The City Commission is considering authorizing staff to accept the transfer of a portion of Southwest 47th Way, east of SW 44th Street, from Alachua County to the City of Gainesville. [Regional Transit System buses; case 2026-390] The City Commission is considering approving the specified source award for bus farebox replacement on Regional Transit System buses to Genfare LLC for $1,677,113.00, funded by Federal Transit Administration grants. [case 2026-438] The City Commission is considering approving the settlement of the Roderick DeSue v. City of Gainesville claim for $60,000.00. The claim arose from an incident on March 4, 2025, involving a Regional Transit System bus driver. Mr. DeSue's attorneys would claim injuries including vertebral disc herniations and medical care totaling approximately $45,000. [case 2026-439] The City Commission is considering approving the settlement of the Donna Sherman v. City of Gainesville claim for $50,536.00. The claim arose from an incident on March 4, 2025, involving a Regional Transit System bus driver. Ms. Sherman's attorneys would claim injuries including vertebral disc herniations and medical care totaling approximately $26,000. [case 2026-442] The City Commission is considering accepting the resignation of Dwight Bailey from the Public Recreation and Parks Board, effective immediately. Mr. Bailey was appointed on October 21, 2024, for a term expiring June 1, 2027. [case 2026-441] The City Commission is considering moving the fall recess from September 26 - October 2, 2026, to November 2, 2026, through November 6, 2026. [East of SW 6th Street between SW 4th Avenue and SW 5th Avenue; case 2026-139] The City Commission is considering adopting Ordinance No. 2026-139 on second reading, which pertains to the vacation of right-of-way for property east of SW 6th Street between SW 4th Avenue and SW 5th Avenue. [Portman University Avenue; case 2026-140] The City Commission is considering adopting Ordinance No. 2026-140 on second reading, which pertains to the Portman University Avenue Right-of-Way Vacation. [City of Gainesville; case 2026-322] The City Commission is considering adopting Ordinance No. 2026-322 on second reading, which relates to the Solid Waste Special Assessment. [City of Gainesville; case 2026-323] The City Commission is considering adopting Ordinance No. 2026-323 on second reading, which relates to the Stormwater Special Assessment. [Alachua County; case 2026-364] The City Commission is considering adopting Resolution No. 2026-364, which approves the 2026 Alachua County Local Mitigation Strategy Plan. [case 2026-383] The City Commission is considering awarding an Invitation to Negotiate (ITN) #PWDA-260013-SM to GFL Environmental Solid Waste Southeast, LLC for an exclusive residential curbside municipal solid waste and recycling agreement, not to exceed $13 million annually for an initial 10-year term. They are also considering approving a Specified Source Selection to New River Solid Waste Association for disposal services, not to exceed $1.4 million annually for an initial 10-year term. [case 2026-378] The City Commission is considering approving the revised Fraud Risk Management Policy and its distribution to appropriate entities and stakeholders. [case 2026-340] The City Commission is considering authorizing the City Manager or designee to enter into an agreement with the University of Florida for the provision of Medication-Assisted Treatment services and to execute all necessary documents. [case 2026-351] The City Commission is considering authorizing Special Counsel to prepare and execute documents for a lump-sum settlement of Kevin Gutierrez' workers' compensation claim for $175,000. [Bivens Arm Marsh; case 2026-352] The City Commission is considering authorizing the City Manager or designee to enter into a Guaranteed Maximum Price Agreement with Oelrich Construction, Inc. for the Bivens Arm Marsh Restoration Project and replacement of the boardwalk system, in the amount of $3,510,536.00. [case 2026-376] The City Commission is considering authorizing the City Manager or designee to execute an Agreement and related documents with the District Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College for transit service for a term of July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2029. [NE 8th Avenue at Waldo Road; case 2026-354] The City Commission is considering approving the Third Budget Amendment to the FY 2026 General Government Financial and Operating Plan Budget. This includes funding for the NE 8th and Waldo project, positions in the Transportation Department, and positions in the Gainesville Police Department. Funding for the Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Affairs Master Plan is also discussed, with a CRA balance of $10.9 million, a County $5 million WSPP grant, and other sources mentioned. The commission voted to approve the amendment but not obligate the $5 million for the NE 8th and Waldo Road project. [NE 8th Avenue at Waldo Road; case 2026-428] The City Commission is considering authorizing the City Manager to develop site options for NE 8th Avenue at Waldo Road without a stadium facility, and to provide direction on the duration of a lease extension with the School Board of Alachua County for the continued use of Citizens Field. [Gainesville Raceway; case 2026-385] The Joint City-County Commission will hear a presentation on the Hoggetowne Medieval Faire to be held at the Gainesville Raceway in FY 2027. Staff is directed to produce a two-week event. [Southeast Gainesville; case 2026-384] The Joint City-County Commission received an update on development activities and local food initiatives in Southeast Gainesville, including the East Gainesville Legacy Project, 150th Street and Kincaid Loop Improvement Transportation Projects, Urgent Care Eastside Update, EHEDI/Cornerstone/Heartwood Projects, and the Farm Stop Concept in East Gainesville. The County will continue working with City's GCRA staff on the Farm Stop concept. [case 2026-338] The City Commission is considering approving the City's FY 2026 Q2 Investment Performance Report. [case 2026-379] The City Commission is considering adopting the proposed Solid Waste Non-Ad Valorem Assessment Transition – Policy and Implementation Changes. Recommendations include keeping residential curbside customer cart rates flat for FY2027 and allowing a hardship exemption at a reduced rate of $17.94 per month. [case 2026-441 (for June 18 meeting minutes approval)] The City Commission is considering approving the minutes from the March 9, June 4, (2), and June 8, 2026, City Commission Meetings. [case 2026-390] This document contains multiple applicant packages for various City of Gainesville advisory boards and a report on a bus farebox replacement project. The advisory board applications are for the Beautification Board, Gainesville Art in Public Places Trust, Police Advisory Council, Public Recreation and Parks Board, SHIP Affordable Housing Advisory Committee. The bus farebox replacement project involves replacing outdated fareboxes on Regional Transit System buses with new technology from Genfare LLC, costing $1,677,113.00 and funded by FTA grants. The project is scheduled for September to December 2026. [case 2026-390A, 2026-390B] The City of Gainesville is authorizing an agreement with Genfare LLC for the purchase of fareboxes and associated software licenses. The total amount of the agreement is $1,677,113. This purchase is funded in part by the Federal Transit Administration (FTA), and therefore is subject to various federal requirements including those related to program fraud, access to records, civil rights, equal employment opportunity, disadvantaged business enterprises, energy conservation, ADA compliance, privacy, safe operation of motor vehicles, and buy America provisions. The agreement includes specific terms for payment, shipping, and termination. The contract requires compliance with federal regulations regarding telecommunications equipment, lobbying, clean air and water pollution control, and E-Verify for employment eligibility. [800 Arthus Avenue, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 (Genfare LLC's registered principal address); case 2026-390C] This document is a contract between the City of Gainesville and Genfare LLC for the replacement of fareboxes on buses. The contract is effective from the last signature date until December 31, 2026. Genfare LLC will provide bus fareboxes as described in the contract, FTA requirements, and Genfare's Sales Quote No. 5056332. The total compensation for Genfare LLC is $1,677,113.00. The contract includes provisions for delivery schedules, contractor assurances, payment terms, insurance requirements, indemnification, limitation of liability, and compliance with Florida statutes regarding public records, living wage, E-Verify, anti-human trafficking, and scrutinized companies. The City of Gainesville has the right to terminate the contract for cause or without cause, or due to loss of funding. Genfare LLC is to maintain records for at least three years after contract termination. [34 SE 13th Road, Gainesville, FL 32601 (City of Gainesville); 800 Arthur Avenue, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 (Genfare LLC); case 2026-390C] This document pertains to a contract between the City of Gainesville and Genfare LLC for fareboxes and related equipment. It outlines terms of dispute resolution, applicable law, venue, attorneys' fees, waiver of jury trial, severability, integration, modification, captions, successors and assigns, non-exclusive contract terms, non-exclusive remedies, third-party beneficiaries, construction, counterparts, time, force majeure, and notices. The contract is governed by Florida law, with venue in Alachua County. Genfare LLC is located at 800 Arthur Avenue, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007. The City of Gainesville's address for notices is 34 SE 13th Road, Gainesville, FL 32601. The contract includes a waiver of non-competitive procurement for Genfare LLC, identified as SUP-002334, for fareboxes and vault receivers for RTS buses. The total amount for the initial MOSS is not stated, but it is for a period of 1 year. The project manager is Jason Garrett, with extension 7840. The purchase type is a one-time, single purchase with contract/project dates of 6/18/26. The justification for non-competitive procurement is that Genfare is the specified provider of fareboxes, the farebox system, and vault receivers for cash collection on RTS buses. The upgraded Fastfare fareboxes are a direct replacement for existing Odyssey fareboxes. Other manufacturers exist, but Cubic is more expensive, and Genfare has been used for over 30 years with existing support equipment. Switching vendors would require a new system and significant additional cost, estimated at $3-4 million for similar systems. The document also lists several upcoming City of Gainesville events and two agenda items related to legal settlements and a resignation from a board. [Southwest 47th Way, east of Southwest 44th Street, Gainesville, FL; case 2026-398] This document details the City of Gainesville's request to accept the transfer of a portion of Southwest 47th Way from Alachua County. This transfer is for the development of the Southwest Public Safety Center, which includes Fire Station 9, a Public Works Warehouse, a Community Room, and a future Police Annex. The City acquired a portion of Tax Parcel No. 06974-040-000 for the project and plans to extend SW 47th Way from SW 44th Street to the HCA campus roadway. Alachua County approved the transfer on April 14, 2026, via Resolution 26-24. The right-of-way was originally dedicated to the County via the Riceland Subdivision plat in 1950. The City Commission is requested to authorize staff to accept this transfer. [SW Public Safety Center / Fire Station 9 (location not precisely specified beyond 'SW'); case 2026-443] This document concerns the construction completion of the SW Public Safety Center / Fire Station 9. The City Commission is requested to approve a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) Agreement Final Package with Ajax Building Company, LLC. The total cost of construction under this GMP is $18,191,923.00, funded by the Streets, Stations & Strong Foundations (SSSF) Surtax Program. The project involves constructing three single-story buildings totaling approximately 29,352 square feet, including administrative offices, meeting rooms, a kitchen, a residential wing with ten bunkrooms, an apparatus bay, EMS and hazardous materials storage, decontamination areas, and support spaces. Supporting structures include an exterior chiller yard and a standalone pre-engineered metal storage building for Public Works. Construction is anticipated to start in mid-June 2026 and be completed in Summer 2027, with substantial completion by September 22, 2027, and final completion by November 6, 2027. Ajax Building Company, LLC was previously awarded a contract under RFP #PWDA-230055-DH on September 7, 2023. An earlier GMP Early Release Package for sitework was approved on April 16, 2026. The total cumulative contract sum, including this final GMP, will be $22,181,403, exclusive of the Pre-Construction Fee. [SW Public Safety Center/Fire Station #9; case PROJECT NO. 50000228, 26.044.06] This document details the final Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) proposal for the SW Public Safety Center/Fire Station #9 project. The project scope includes a 24,500 SF Public Safety and Community Building, a 500 SF Chiller Yard, and a 5,300 SF Public Works Pre-Engineered Metal Building. The proposal outlines various bid packages, contract specifications, and cost breakdowns. There is one alternate bid for Trane AHU Equipment ILO VTS AHU Equipment, which would add $40,680. The proposal is based on 100% Construction Documents dated March 12, 2026. [case 50000228] Ajax Building Company, LLC is the construction manager for the SW Public Safety Center/Fire Station #9 project. The project is in the final GMP proposal phase with a substantial completion date of September 22, 2027, and final completion on November 6, 2027. Key dates include GMP negotiations complete on June 5, 2026, CM contract amendment executed on June 18, 2026, all required permits issued by June 18, 2026, and work order issued on June 25, 2026. Mobilization for jobsite office trailers is scheduled for August 2026. The project involves site stabilization with gravel, limerock, crushed concrete, or asphalt millings, and on-site material storage in containers and open areas. Temporary facilities include jobsite office trailers, temporary power from existing poles, temporary water from fire hydrants, and temporary sanitary sewer via tie-in or holding tanks. Construction traffic will use the primary entrance gate. Emergency contact information for Ajax Building Company, LLC personnel is provided. [150 SW 2nd Avenue (Lot 10); Between East Waldo Road and Northeast 3rd Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32641 (Build First, LLC); case 2026-430] The City Commission is considering awarding ConnectFree funding for two affordable housing developments. Project 1, Lot 10, involves 150 SW Second Avenue Holdings, LLC and Build First, LLC, partnering with Gainesville Housing Authority (GHA) & Paces Preservation Partners, LLC. This project at 150 SW 2nd Avenue will be a mixed-use development with approximately 115 residential units (minimum 70 affordable) and 5,500 sq ft of commercial space. It requests $1.2 million in ConnectFree funding for water and wastewater connections, with total cost estimates of $342,723.89 for GRU, pre-design engineering, post-design engineering, and topographic survey. Project 2, also by Build First, LLC – GHA & Paces Preservation Partners, LLC, is a 72-unit affordable housing development located between East Waldo Road and Northeast 3rd Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32641. It requests $199,565.84 for water and wastewater connections. The City Commission is recommended to award up to $342,723.89 to 150 SW Second Avenue Holdings, LLC and up to $199,565.84 to Build First, LLC. [Ironwood Golf Course; case 2026-437] The City Commission is considering directing staff to develop and issue a competitive public solicitation for the sale and disposition of the Ironwood Golf Course. This follows an unsolicited proposal from HangTime Golf, which submitted a conceptual proposal on February 27, 2026, and a detailed proposal on May 14, 2026. HangTime Golf's proposal includes two acquisition structures: a lease-purchase with a $500,000 lump-sum purchase in Year 4, or an outright purchase for approximately $1,154,000 (including bond payoff). The proposal involves private capital investment in course conditions, technology, and renovations. The City's review found the concept responsive to strategic priorities. The golf course currently operates at an annual deficit of approximately $320,000. Issuing a Request for Proposals is recommended to ensure competitive terms and allow HangTime Golf and other entities to compete. [case 2026-437B] HangTime Golf, owned by Adam Rappaport, has submitted an unsolicited proposal to reimagine and renovate Ironwood Golf Course (IGC) in Gainesville, Florida. The project aims to transform IGC into a championship-grade facility with enhanced features, community support, and public access. Key components include investing in the golf course to meet championship standards, improving the golfing experience with lessons and leagues, rebranding to Gainesville National, providing a home course for local high schools, and developing curriculum with Santa Fe College. The proposal also highlights financial benefits for the city by removing deficits and returning the property to the tax roll. HangTime Golf has a history of revitalizing struggling golf facilities in North Carolina. The project is anticipated to begin with preparation in Spring 2026, followed by renovation in late Spring 2026, with a conceptual timeline for growth throughout 2026. The proposal includes a 3-year lease-purchase option with a $1.00 down payment and escalating monthly rent, culminating in a $500,000 lump sum purchase payment in Year 4. Public comment mentioned in the document indicates a preference for continued recreational use of golf courses over land use changes. [case 2026-389, 2026-433] This document details the application process and requirements for unsolicited Public-Private Partnership (P3) proposals in Gainesville, Florida. It outlines the necessary components of a detailed proposal, including financial projections, business plans, risk assessments, and proposer qualifications. The document also includes a flowchart of the P3 proposal process and lists agenda items for a City Commission meeting on June 18, 2026. One agenda item (2026-389) concerns appointments to the Historic Preservation Board, listing applicants and their qualifications. Another agenda item (2026-433) addresses a Stormwater Initial Assessment Resolution, proposing a rate of $150.65 per Equivalent Residential Unit for fiscal year 2026-2027. [200 E. University Avenue, Gainesville, Florida; case Resolution No. 2026-433 (Stormwater), Resolution No. 2026-434 (Solid Waste)] The City of Gainesville is establishing a Stormwater Final Assessment Resolution and a Stormwater Initial Assessment Resolution. These resolutions outline the method for assessing stormwater services costs against properties within the city, establishing assessment rates for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2026, and directing the preparation of an assessment roll. A public hearing is scheduled for September 10, 2026, at 5:30 pm at City Hall, 200 E. University Avenue, Gainesville, Florida, to receive public comments. The city is also establishing a Solid Waste Initial Assessment Resolution, which details the method for assessing solid waste services costs and sets preliminary assessment rates for different cart sizes for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2026. The estimated revenue from solid waste assessments is $12,389,454.00. A public hearing for the Solid Waste Final Assessment Resolution is also scheduled for September 10, 2026, at 5:30 pm. [200 E. University Avenue, Gainesville, Florida (City Hall for public hearing); case 2026-434A, 2026-434B, 2026-327A, 2026-327B] This document details the methodology and rates for Solid Waste Services Assessments and Fire Services Assessments for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2026, in Gainesville, Florida. The Solid Waste Services Assessment is calculated based on collection and disposal costs, with different rates for various garbage cart sizes. The Fire Services Assessment is based on property use categories and square footage, with preliminary rates set for single-family residential, multi-family residential, commercial, industrial/warehouse, and institutional properties. Both assessments include provisions for hardship assistance and a public hearing is scheduled for September 10, 2026, to consider public comments. [NE 8th Avenue at Waldo Road; case 2026-428] The City Commission is considering options for the redevelopment of NE 8th Avenue at Waldo Road, including a potential stadium project with the School Board of Alachua County (SBAC). Initially, agreements were being negotiated for the transfer of Citizens Field, involving a $5.5 million sale price to the City, a $22-$25 million SBAC-funded stadium with specific amenities, and shared responsibilities for infrastructure and maintenance. However, on June 16, 2026, the SBAC declined to proceed with the Citizens Field stadium agreement and requested cost information for all available stadium options at various locations. The City is now also developing site options for the NE 8th Avenue at Waldo Road redevelopment without a stadium, which previously had an estimated cost of $89 million for multi-purpose fields, a playground, aquatics complex, MLK center, and basketball courts. The City is also finalizing agreements with NV5 and D.E. Scorpio for design and construction management services for the site, including remediation analysis and reevaluation of facility programming. Additionally, the City is mobilizing Ajax for the reconstruction of Fire Station 3 and evaluating options for a new fire training facility. The City Commission is being asked to provide direction on the lease extension duration for Citizens Field and to authorize the development of site options without a stadium.

Board:: City Commission - Regular Meeting
Date:: 2026-06-18
Type:: Agenda
Decision:: recommendation to appoint
Address:: SW Public Safety Center / Fire Station 9
Applicant:: Alain Ayan Jr., Chelsea Iobst, Daniel Stepp, Cassandra Moore, Lillian Baker

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