Executed Minutes_04.27.26

City Commission · 2026-04-27 · minutes

The City Commission approved the Consent Agenda, which included items A through H. Specifics of these items are not detailed in the provided text, but they were approved unanimously. The meeting also included a proclamation for May 2026 as Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) Awareness Month, which was approved unanimously. Several ordinances and resolutions were also approved. [case R2026-7] The City Commission approved Resolution R2026-7 for the FY26 Second Budget Amendment. The amendment included a $68,000 starting salary for police officers and the transfer of $500,000 in excess funds to the Capital Improvement Fund for multiple projects. The motion passed unanimously. [case 26-1211] The City Commission approved Ordinance O2026-14, which amends the boundaries of the Village Community Development District No. 15, decreasing its size by approximately 11.2 acres. The motion passed unanimously. [case 26-1243] The City Commission approved Ordinance O2026-15, which amends the boundaries of the Village Community Development District No. 16, representing a net increase of 13.6 acres. The motion passed unanimously. [case O2026-17] The City Commission approved Ordinance O2026-17, granting Duke Energy Florida, LLC a non-exclusive utility rights-of-way utilization franchise for providing electric service within City rights-of-way. The motion passed unanimously. [72 Seminole Path; case 26-1203-AN] The City Commission approved Ordinance O2026-11, which proposes a voluntary annexation of approximately 0.16 acres located at 72 Seminole Path. The annexation was noted as mandated by the county and not initiated by the City of Wildwood. The motion passed unanimously. During the Public Forum, Hunter Hampton, Debra Lasby, and Kendra Robinson addressed the Commission regarding the Small RV Wildwood project, expressing concerns about traffic congestion, location incompatibility, and infrastructure. Mark Fletcher and Suzy Stockwell also expressed concerns about how a road closure would affect families and traffic. No decision was made on these comments. [case 25-4603] The City Commission heard the first reading of Ordinance O2026-8 for a small-scale future land use map amendment for case number 25-4603. The Special Magistrate recommended denial of this request. No vote was taken. [case 25-4602] The City Commission heard the first reading of Ordinance O2026-9 for a zoning map amendment for case number 25-4602. The Special Magistrate recommended denial of this request. No vote was taken. [case 26-1204] The City Commission heard the first reading of Ordinance O2026-12 for a small-scale future land use map amendment for case number 26-1204. The Special Magistrate recommended approval of this request. No vote was taken. [case 26-1205] The City Commission heard the first reading of Ordinance O2026-13 for a zoning map amendment for case number 26-1205. The Special Magistrate recommended approval of this request. No vote was taken. [case 26-1378] The City Commission heard the first reading of Ordinance O2026-16, which establishes the Middleton Community Development District B and encompasses 595.5 acres for case number 26-1378. Staff recommended approval of this request. No vote was taken. [CR 569; case R2026-6] The City Commission approved Resolution R2026-6 for a right-of-way abandonment for a portion of CR 569. The property is owned by the applicant on both sides of the adjacent road. The motion passed unanimously. [case R2026-8] The City Commission approved Resolution R2026-8, which updates the purchasing policy. The resolution increases the authority for department heads to purchase larger amounts and increases the number of approvers to ensure accuracy and accountability. The motion passed unanimously. [case R2026-9] The City Commission approved Resolution R2026-9, opposing potential property tax reform. The commission noted Wildwood has the lowest tax rate in Central Florida at 2.8 mils. The motion passed unanimously. [case R2026-10] The City Commission approved Resolution R2026-10, adopting a continuing disclosure policy. This policy was agreed upon during the bonding process. The motion passed unanimously. [case R2026-11] The City Commission approved Resolution R2026-11, adopting a cash handling policy. The motion passed unanimously. [Millennium Park Phase 1 & 2] The City Commission approved Millennium Park Phase 1 & 2 Project Payment Application No. 14 in the amount of $308,021.52. The project is expected to be wrapped up in the next few months. The motion passed unanimously. [North Old Wire] The City Commission approved the North Old Wire Water Main Replacement Pay App No. 2 for the amount of $199,612.33. 95% of the pipe has been installed. The motion passed unanimously. [North Old Wire] The City Commission approved the North Old Wire Water Main Replacement Project Change Order No. 1 in the amount of $38,073.37. This change order addressed the discovery of a 2" water main, connection to the new line, removal of sidewalk, and extension of directional drilling to avoid damage to nearby businesses' concrete. The motion passed unanimously. [Lake Okahumpka] City Manager McHugh provided an update on local construction projects and recognized the Development Services team for their work on the Keep Wildwood Beautiful event. An issue regarding the Lake Okahumpka sidewalk request, brought up at a previous meeting, will be addressed at the May 11, 2026 meeting due to a citizen's conflict. Commissioner Elliott reported attending various meetings and a workshop. Commissioner Fountaine reported attending the Institute of Elected Municipal Officials, commented on a VHA donation, and attended a comedy night. No decisions were made.