Agenda - City Commission April 27, 2026

City Commission Meeting · 2026-04-27 · agenda_packet

This document is an agenda for the City of St. Augustine City Commission meeting on April 27, 2026. It includes administrative items, special presentations, public comments, consent agenda items, appeals, general public presentations, ordinances and resolutions, staff reports, and items from city officials. Specific agenda items include the presentation of the 2026 City Commission Citizenship Awards to Greta Millard and Amelia Drysdale, a proclamation for the Month of the Military Child, a certificate of recognition for Ms. Inez J. McDonald, and an update on the Dining with Dignity Pavilion Operations and Phase II. The document also contains the City's Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for Fiscal Year 2025, detailing financial statements, economic conditions, challenges and initiatives (including infrastructure, mobility, zoning, resiliency, sustainability, arts, education, community partnerships, downtown character, events, historic preservation), fiscal management, and departmental reports (Police, Fire, General Services, Communications). It also outlines various ongoing and planned city projects related to utility capital improvements, stormwater management, and economic development, including specific projects like the AC Marriott Hotel on Riberia Street, the Gateway Parking Garage at King Street and Ponce de Leon Boulevard, and the Madeira residential development. [50 Bridge Street, St. Augustine, Florida 32084] This document is the City of St. Augustine's Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2025. It details the city's financial position, activities, and performance. Key financial highlights include a total net position of $269,650,837, an increase of $38,199,543 from the previous year. Governmental activities saw a net position increase of $19,081,094, attributed to higher permit fees, franchise fees, and investment income, while expenditures were lower than expected due to delays in capital spending and grant-funded projects. Business-type activities increased net position by $19,118,449. The report also details changes in revenues and expenses for both governmental and business-type activities, an overview of capital assets, and outstanding long-term debt. The city is seeking a Certificate of Achievement from the GFOA for its financial reporting. This document is a financial report for the City of St. Augustine, Florida, for the year ended September 30, 2025. It details revenues, expenditures, fund balances, net position, and cash flows for various governmental and proprietary funds, as well as fiduciary funds. It does not contain information about specific construction projects, contractors, or zoning changes. This document is a financial report for the City of St. Augustine, Florida, for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025. It details various financial activities including cash and investments, receivables, capital assets, interfund transactions, long-term debt, retirement systems (General Employees', Police Officers', and Firefighters'), other post-employment benefits (OPEB), and construction contract commitments. It also includes a budget and actual comparison for the General Fund, Community Redevelopment Agency Fund, and other funds. The document does not contain specific project details, addresses, or zoning changes that would be relevant to contractors and trades seeking work opportunities. This document contains financial and statistical information for the City of St. Augustine, Florida, primarily related to pension plans, OPEB liabilities, and financial trends. It details changes in net pension liabilities, fiduciary net positions, OPEB liabilities, fund balances, revenues, expenditures, and property tax information over several fiscal years. There are no specific development projects, zoning changes, or new construction opportunities mentioned in this section of the document. This document is a compilation of financial and statistical data for the City of St. Augustine, Florida, covering various aspects such as property tax levies, debt ratios, utility revenues, demographic statistics, principal employers, utility customer data, building permit activity, and operational indicators. It does not contain specific project details for contractors or trades, but provides a broad overview of the city's financial health and operational statistics. [case Ordinance 2026-10, Ordinance 2026-11, Resolution 2026-05, Resolution 2026-06] The City Commission meeting on March 9, 2026, involved discussions and decisions on several ordinances and resolutions. Ordinance 2026-10 (Amending Vehicles for Hire) and Ordinance 2026-11 (Amending Franchises) were both tabled for a workshop due to extensive discussion and numerous proposed changes regarding operator limits, fees, penalties, and operational rules. Resolution 2026-05, concerning Salt Run Navigation Channel Maintenance Dredging, and Resolution 2026-06, for Grant Funds for a Firefighting Vessel, were both approved. Updates were provided on Zora Neale Hurston Park improvements, with consensus on adding a sidewalk and historic marker, and removing a specific wall. An update on the St. Augustine Community Table event was also given. Revenue generated during Nights of Lights (November-December 2025, January 2026) was presented, highlighting significant increases in parking garage fees and Tourist Development Council funds. The City Attorney requested confirmation to defend submerged lands ownership, which received consensus. The City Clerk reminded the commission of open positions on boards and committees. Additionally, an Expanded Usage Agreement and Performance Contract were detailed for Old Town Trolley Tours of St. Augustine (OTT) for their 'Famous Nights of Lights Trolley' operations from November 22, 2026, to January 18, 2027, outlining specific responsibilities for staffing, security, restroom maintenance, and public interaction. This document is a contract between the City of St. Augustine, Florida, and St. Augustine Historical Tours, Inc. (d/b/a Old Town Trolley Tours of St. Augustine). It outlines terms and conditions, including remedies, modification procedures, attorneys' fees, choice of law (Florida), venue (St. Johns County, Florida), and the effective date. The contract becomes effective upon execution by the City Manager and approval by the authorized representative of the Producer. It also states that it constitutes the entire agreement between the parties.