July 21, 2026 City Council Regular Session
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July 21, 2026 City Council Regular Session Agenda
The City of Mount Dora City Council will hold a regular session meeting on July 21, 2026, at 6:00 PM at Mount Dora City Hall. The agenda includes approval of a Freightliner 47X Dump Truck for Public Works, an agreement with Allied Universal Corporation for sodium hypochlorite, ratification of extensions for a local state of emergency due to flooding, and adoption of a resolution for the maximum millage rate for Fiscal Year 2026-2027. Priority project updates include Landfill Litigation, Witherspoon Lodge, and the Nathaniel Bell Community Resource and Recreation Center. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Stormwater Revenue Sufficiency Study.
- Board:
- July 21, 2026 City Council Regular Session
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Agenda
- Address:
- 510 North Baker Street, Mount Dora, Florida 32757
July 21, 2026 City Council Regular Session Agenda Packet.ada
[510 North Baker Street, Mount Dora, Florida 32757] The City Council will consider approving appointments to advisory boards and committees. Ethel Badger is proposed for the Northeast CRA Advisory Committee, District 3. Vacancies remain on the Library Advisory Board (District 1) and Northeast CRA Advisory Committee (District 4). [510 North Baker Street, Mount Dora, Florida 32757] The City Council will receive a presentation on the Stormwater Revenue Sufficiency Study by Raftelis Financial Consultants, Inc. The study evaluates the financial condition of the City's Stormwater Utility Fund and assesses revenue sufficiency for operations, maintenance, capital improvements, and long-term sustainability. No rate adjustments or budget amendments are requested at this time. The City Council will consider approving the purchase of a 2026 Freightliner 47X Dump Truck for Public Works, utilizing previously approved grant funding. The truck is needed to replace an aging unit and will cost an estimated $220,000, fully reimbursed by grant funding. The purchase aims to reduce operational downtime and maintenance costs. The City Council will consider approving a piggyback agreement with Allied Universal Corporation for the supply and delivery of 15% sodium hypochlorite. This chemical is used for disinfection in the City's water, wastewater, and reuse water treatment processes. The agreement utilizes a competitively solicited contract with Peace River Manasota Regional Water Supply Authority and will be in effect through April 30, 2027, with potential for extensions. Funds are budgeted and available. [City of Mount Dora (all territory within legal boundaries); case Resolution No. 2025-45] The City Council will consider ratifying the Thirty-seventh and Thirty-eighth Extensions of Resolution No. 2025-45, which declared a local state of emergency related to the October 26-27, 2025 flood event. These extensions maintain the state of emergency for 7-day increments, with the 37th extension effective July 13, 2026, through July 20, 2026, and the 38th extension effective July 20, 2026, through July 27, 2026. This action allows the City to continue waiving certain procedures and taking necessary actions for community health, safety, and welfare. [City of Mount Dora, Florida; case Resolution No. 2025-45] The City of Mount Dora extended its local state of emergency for an additional 7 days, from July 20, 2026, to July 27, 2026, due to ongoing impacts of a flooding event. This extension allows the City to waive procedures and take necessary actions for community health, safety, and welfare. The extension was ratified by the City Council. [Fire Station #34 (Donnelly Street)] The City Council considered and approved an agreement with D.E. Scorpio Corporation to provide Construction Manager at Risk services for the renovation and expansion of Fire Station No. 34, located on Donnelly Street. The project involves the administration building and alterations to the station. [Evans Park; case Resolution No. 2026-21] The City Council considered and adopted Resolution No. 2026-21, authorizing the submission of a grant application to the Florida Division of Arts and Culture for the Evans Park Project. The grant request is for $500,000, with a commitment of $1,000,000 in matching funds. Proposed improvements include restroom facilities and a performance stage. [Mount Dora Groves South development; case Resolution No. 2026-20] The City Council considered and adopted Resolution No. 2026-20, authorizing the release and termination of a temporary utility easement with One Oak MD Groves, LLC. This easement was associated with an undergrounding project to serve the Mount Dora Groves South development. The City agreed to remove its electrical utility infrastructure from the easement area. [City of Mount Dora] The City Council considered and approved an agreement between the City of Mount Dora and 120Water related to Lead and Copper Rule compliance. This agreement supports the City's ongoing efforts to identify service line materials, implement predictive modeling, and provide an online reporting dashboard for residents. [510 N. Baker Street, Mount Dora, Florida 32757; case Resolution No. 2026-08] The City Council discussed the proposed maximum millage rate of 6.5000 mills for Fiscal Year 2026-2027. This rate is approximately 8.36% higher than the rolled-back rate of 5.9985 mills. Public hearings for budget adoption are scheduled for September 3, 2026, and September 15, 2026. The proposed rate preserves flexibility for the City Council while it evaluates operating needs, capital obligations, and reserves.
- Board:
- July 21, 2026 City Council Regular Session
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Agenda_packet
- Decision:
- Recommendation: City Council approve appointments.
- Address:
- 510 North Baker Street, Mount Dora, Florida 32757
- Applicant:
- Ethel Badger (for Northeast CRA Advisory Committee)
July 21, 2026 City Council Regular Session Agenda Packet.ada
[510 North Baker Street, Mount Dora, Florida 32757] The City of Mount Dora City Council is meeting on July 21, 2026. Agenda items include appointments to advisory boards, a presentation on a stormwater revenue study, approval of a Freightliner dump truck for Public Works, approval of a piggyback agreement for sodium hypochlorite, ratification of extensions to a local state of emergency due to flooding, and approval of meeting minutes. The council will also discuss budget parameters, fire assessment, capital outlay, and capital improvement programs. [Donnelly Street] The City Council approved an agreement with D.E. Scorpio Corporation to provide Construction Manager at Risk services for the renovation and expansion of Fire Station No. 34, located on Donnelly Street. The project funding was discussed, clarifying the difference between the budgeted amount and current expenditures. No public comment was received. [case Resolution No. 2026-20] The City Council adopted Resolution No. 2026-20, releasing and terminating a temporary utility easement with One Oak MD Groves, LLC. This easement was associated with the City's undergrounding project to serve the Mount Dora Groves South development. The property owner had agreed to temporarily relocate overhead electrical utility infrastructure on their property while the City completed the undergrounding project. The electrical utility infrastructure was removed mid-June. No public comment was received. [Evans Park; case Resolution No. 2026-21] The City Council adopted Resolution No. 2026-21, authorizing the submission of a Cultural Facilities Grant application for $500,000 to the Florida Division of Arts and Culture for improvements to Evans Park. The City will commit $1,000,000 in matching funds. Proposed improvements include restroom facilities and a performance stage. Josh Hemingway spoke about the consequences of applying for grants. The motion passed with a 6-0 roll call vote. The City Council considered an agreement with 120Water to comply with federal and state Lead and Copper Rule requirements. Staff explained ongoing efforts to identify service line materials, implement predictive modeling, and provide an online reporting dashboard for residents. No public comment was received. The agreement was approved unanimously.
- Board:
- July 21, 2026 City Council Regular Session
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Agenda_packet
- Decision:
- Approved
- Address:
- 510 North Baker Street, Mount Dora, Florida 32757
- Applicant:
- D.E. Scorpio Corporation
July 21, 2026 City Council Regular Session Agenda Packet.ada
[510 North Baker Street, Mount Dora, Florida 32757] The Mount Dora City Council is meeting on July 21, 2026, at 6:00 PM at City Hall. The agenda includes various action items, public hearings, discussion items, and priority project updates. Key items for contractors include the potential purchase of a Freightliner 47X Dump Truck for Public Works and approval of a piggyback agreement for sodium hypochlorite. The council will also ratify extensions of a local state of emergency related to a 2025 flood event and discuss budget parameters and fire assessment. [Donnelly Street] The City Council approved an agreement with D.E. Scorpio Corporation to provide Construction Manager at Risk services for the renovation and expansion of Fire Station No. 34, located on Donnelly Street. The project funding was discussed, clarifying the difference between the budgeted amount and current expenditures. No public comment was received. [case Resolution No. 2026-20] The City Council adopted Resolution No. 2026-20, releasing and terminating a temporary utility easement with One Oak MD Groves, LLC. This easement was associated with an undergrounding project to serve the Mount Dora Groves South development. The property owner had temporarily relocated overhead electrical utility infrastructure, which was removed mid-June. No public comment was received. [Evans Park; case Resolution No. 2026-21] The City Council adopted Resolution No. 2026-21, authorizing the submission of a grant application for $500,000 to the Florida Division of Arts and Culture, Cultural Facilities Program, for improvements to Evans Park. The City will commit $1,000,000 in matching funds. Proposed improvements include restroom facilities and a performance stage. Josh Hemingway spoke about the consequences of applying for grants. The City Council considered an agreement with 120Water to comply with federal and state Lead and Copper Rule requirements. Staff explained ongoing efforts including identifying service line materials, implementing predictive modeling, and providing an online reporting dashboard. No public comment was received. [510 N. Baker Street, Mount Dora, Florida 32757; case Resolution No. 2026-08] The City Council discussed the proposed maximum millage rate of 6.5000 mills for Fiscal Year 2026-2027, which is an 8.36% increase over the rolled-back rate of 5.9985 mills. The gross taxable value for operating purposes is $2,392,258,476. Public hearings for budget adoption are scheduled for September 3, 2026, and September 15, 2026, both at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall.
- Board:
- July 21, 2026 City Council Regular Session
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Agenda_packet
- Decision:
- Approved
- Address:
- 510 North Baker Street, Mount Dora, Florida 32757
- Applicant:
- D.E. Scorpio Corporation
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