ADA Packet CC Regular Meeting 5-18-26

City Commission Regular Meeting · 2026-05-18 · agenda

[336 N. Woodland Blvd.] Consideration of a Gateway Grant Request for 336 N. Woodland Blvd. Matching grants are available for businesses in DeLand's gateway districts, covering up to 75% of project costs, with a maximum grant of $7,500 per project. Consideration of a Contract Amendment for School Resource Officers. It is recommended that the City Commission approve the SRO Agreement. Approval of Minutes for multiple regular meetings held between January 4, 2021, and May 4, 2026. Resolution Approving Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Project Request for Fiscal Year 2026-2027. This involves expenditure of CDBG funds for targeted areas of the City of DeLand upon approval of one grant application submitted to Volusia County. Resolution re Surplus Equipment. Declaring equipment that has reached the end of service life as surplus and authorizing its disposal. [Northeast Corner of International Speedway Blvd. and N. Spring Garden Ave.] Second Reading of Ordinance Changing the Zoning for approximately 23.33 acres of property located at the Northeast Corner of International Speedway Blvd. and N. Spring Garden Ave., from VC R-3C (Single Family) to BR (Business Retail). [adjacent to Public Works & Utilities Campus] Purchase of property adjacent to the Public Works & Utilities Campus. [Bennett Drive, along lots 25-31 of the DeLand Business and Industrial Park plat] First Reading of Ordinance Abandoning approximately 0.89 acres of Right-of-Way of Bennett Drive, along lots 25-31 of the DeLand Business and Industrial Park plat. This involves the vacation of a 50-foot wide, 552.68-foot long section of the Bennett Drive right-of-way. This document details the financial status and budget allocations for various city funds, including Capital Projects, Water & Sewer, Municipal Airport, Refuse Collection, Stormwater, Permits & Inspections, Health Insurance Cost Containment, and Workers' Compensation Self-Insurance. It lists numerous capital projects with their allocated budgets, expenditures to date, and remaining balances. Specific projects include roof replacement for City Hall ($331,240), City Hall monument signs ($23,192), fire panel for City Hall ($29,648), land purchase for a new fire station near SR44 ($145,000), and various vehicle replacements and upgrades across departments. The Water & Sewer fund has significant capital outlay budgeted at $48,341,423, with projects like Water Plant #10 Well Field & Plant Upgrade ($13,600,000) and WMN Capacity Expansion & AWT Improvement Construction ($21,968,555). The Municipal Airport has capital projects including Runway 5/23 Rehab Construction ($3,500,000) and South Central Apron Rehabilitation ($1,000,000). Stormwater projects include Hubbard Ave & High St Drainage Improvements ($57,130) and Wisconsin Ave Pipeline Improvements ($281,250). Permits & Inspections lists capital projects for vehicle acquisitions for fire prevention and code enforcement. The document also provides detailed revenue and expenditure breakdowns by category and department for each fund. This document is a financial report for the City of Deland, detailing revenues and expenditures across various funds for the period ending March 31, 2026. It does not contain specific project information, addresses, zoning changes, or applicant details that would be relevant for contractors seeking work. The document focuses on financial accounting and budget comparisons. [336 N. Woodland Blvd.] Coastal Choices Women's Clinic applied for a Gateway Grant to repair a damaged sidewalk and apron at 336 N. Woodland Blvd. Staff recommends approval of the $5,625 grant request. The grant is part of a $50,000 FY 25/26 budget for Gateway Grants, with awards up to 75% of project cost, not exceeding $7,500 per grant. The City of DeLand and Volusia County School Board are renewing their School Resource Officer (SRO) Agreement for the second year (FY 2026-2027). The agreement provides two SROs, one at DeLand High School and one at DeLand Middle School. Funding is split 50% between the School Board and the City. The total agreement price is $60,613.28 for the City's share, based on hourly rates of $41.44 for the DeLand High SRO and $42.28 for the DeLand Middle SRO. The City Commission is recommended to approve the renewal. The City Commission is asked to approve minutes from various past meetings: January 4, January 19, February 1, and February 15, 2021; June 17, August 19, and September 4, 2024; February 17, 2025; and May 4, 2026. Staff has reviewed the minutes and attests to their accuracy. [842 East New York Avenue; case Ordinance No. 2021-01] The City Commission approved Ordinance No. 2021-01 on second reading, changing the zoning from C-1 Limited Commercial and R-1 Single Family to E-1 Educational on property located at 842 East New York Avenue. Findings of consistency with the Comprehensive Land Use Plan were made, and changes to the Comprehensive Zoning Map were directed. [Grandview Gardens Subdivision (West of Ridgewood Avenue); case Ordinance No. 2021-02] The City Commission approved Ordinance No. 2021-02 on second reading, abandoning a portion of an unopened platted right-of-way known as Wisconsin Avenue, located at Grandview Gardens Subdivision (West of Ridgewood Avenue). The City Commission approved a Limited Use License Agreement between the Florida Department of Health (DOH) and the City of DeLand for a COVID-19 vaccination event. [South Spring Garden Avenue, Approximately 675’ North of its Intersection with West Beresford Road; case Ordinance No. 2021-03] The City Commission approved Ordinance No. 2021-03 on second reading, amending the zoning for Beresford Woods 2019 Planned Development for approximately 88.86 acres located on South Spring Garden Avenue, approximately 675' North of its intersection with West Beresford Road. The approval included a condition: if the intersection at SR 15A and Gayle has a level of service rating of 'D' or below, no future development may occur on the eastern site until an eastbound left turn lane is constructed at Gayle and SR 15A. The City of DeLand retains the right to conduct a traffic study to determine the level of service. Commissioners Paiva and Cloudman dissented. [Southwest Corner of Shady Oak Lane and North Spring Garden Avenue; case Ordinance No. 2021-04] The City Commission approved Ordinance No. 2021-04 on second reading, annexing approximately 1.02 acres of property located at the Southwest Corner of Shady Oak Lane and North Spring Garden Avenue. This action amends City boundaries to include the annexed property. [Southwest Corner of Shady Oak Lane and North Spring Garden Avenue; case Ordinance No. 2021-05] The City Commission approved Ordinance No. 2021-05 on second reading, changing the land use of approximately 1.02 acres of property located at the Southwest Corner of Shady Oak Lane and North Spring Garden Avenue. [Southwest corner of Shady Oak Lane and North Spring Garden Avenue; case Ordinance No. 2021-05] The City Commission of Deland, Florida, approved Ordinance No. 2021-05 on second reading, amending the Comprehensive Plan by changing the land use designation of property at the southwest corner of Shady Oak Lane and North Spring Garden Avenue from Volusia County Urban Low-Intensity to City of Deland's Low Density Residential. This ordinance passed with a unanimous vote. [Southwest corner of Shady Oak Lane and North Spring Garden Avenue; case Ordinance No. 2021-06] The City Commission of Deland, Florida, approved Ordinance No. 2021-06 on second reading, changing the zoning of approximately 1.02 acres at the southwest corner of Shady Oak Lane and North Spring Garden Avenue from (VC) R-3A & R-3CA to R-1A. This ordinance passed with a unanimous vote. [636 feet East of McDonald Avenue, on the South Side of International Speedway Boulevard; case Ordinance No. 2021-] The City Commission of Deland, Florida, approved an Ordinance on first reading for the annexation of approximately 9.51 acres of property located 636 feet East of McDonald Avenue, on the South Side of International Speedway Boulevard. The approval was contingent upon a parcel to the west also being annexed, to ensure contiguity and meet statutory requirements. This ordinance passed with a unanimous vote. [636 feet East of McDonald Avenue, on the South side of International Speedway Boulevard; case Ordinance No. 2021-] The City Commission of Deland, Florida, approved an Ordinance on first reading to change the land use of approximately 9.51 acres of property located 636 feet East of McDonald Avenue, on the South side of International Speedway Boulevard, from Volusia County's Industrial (VC I-1CA) to City of Deland's Industrial Warehouse (M-1). This ordinance passed with a unanimous vote. [636 feet East of McDonald Avenue, on the South Side of International Speedway Boulevard; case Ordinance No. 2021-] The City Commission of Deland, Florida, approved an Ordinance on first reading to change the zoning of approximately 9.51 acres of property located 636 feet East of McDonald Avenue, on the South Side of International Speedway Boulevard, from Volusia County's I-1CA Industrial to City's M-1 (Light Industrial). This ordinance passed with a unanimous vote. [Melching Field] The City Commission of Deland, Florida, approved the second amendment to the Stetson Lease Agreement for Melching Field. The target date to begin the renovation project is June 2022. This approval carried by a 4-0 vote, with Commissioner Cloudman abstaining due to a declared conflict of interest. [case Resolution No. 2021-04] The City Commission of Deland, Florida, approved Resolution No. 2021-04, honoring Robin Zelenak upon her retirement after 23 years of service to the City, effective February 1, 2021. The resolution detailed her various roles and contributions, including administration of numerous construction projects. The adoption of the resolution was unanimous. [not stated (specific to items 2-7)] The City Commission of Deland, Florida, approved items 2-7 on the consent agenda during the January 4, 2021 meeting. These items included a Subordination, Non-Disturbance and Attornment Agreement for PM Nobrega, LLC; Lessor’s Consent to Assignment and Lessor’s Estoppel Certificate for Schalk Enterprises LLC; Task Order assignment for phase 4A and Adelle Avenue Reclaimed Water Main Loop CEI Services; Grant of easements to Duke Energy for new Fire Station No. 81 and Police Evidence Building; Acceptance of Grant for DeLand/Volusia County Connection Assistance Spring Shed Initiation; and a Utility Service Agreement for Lisbon Parkway Townhomes. Item #1 (Gateway Signage Assistance Grant Application for 805 West New York Avenue) and Item #8 (Recommended Final Ranking of Architectural and Engineering Consultants for Utility Administration Center) were pulled for separate consideration. [805 West New York Avenue] The City Commission of Deland, Florida, approved item #1 on the consent agenda, the Gateway Signage Assistance Grant Application for 805 West New York Avenue. The approval was unanimous. The City Commission of Deland, Florida, approved item #8 on the consent agenda, the Recommended Final Ranking of Architectural and Engineering Consultants for the Utility Administration Center. The approval was unanimous. The City Commission of Deland, Florida, approved the appointment of Albert Neumann to Seat 4 on the DeLand Planning Board (PB), for a term to expire November 1, 2024. The vote was unanimous. The City Commission of Deland, Florida, reappointed Mr. Kasbeer to Seat 5 and Mr. Gay to Seat 6 on the Tree Advisory Committee. They also appointed Mr. James Winter to Seat 7, following a review of applicant backgrounds and scoring. The votes were unanimous. The City Commission of Deland, Florida, appointed Dr. Anderson to the Economic Development Committee (EDC). The vote was unanimous. The City Commission of Deland, Florida, reappointed Ruth Stanley to the DeLand Housing Authority (DHA) for a term to expire November 1, 2024. The vote was unanimous. [West Side of North Stone Street, just North of AdventHealth Hospital; case Ordinance No. 2021-] The City Commission of Deland, Florida, approved an Ordinance on first reading changing the zoning of approximately 38.5 acres of property located on the West Side of North Stone Street, just North of AdventHealth Hospital, from Scarlett PD to Manchester Neighborhood PD. The approval was conditioned on incorporating a security measure for 100% tree mitigation payment, Florida Friendly landscaping, and the final unit triggering final mitigation payment. The vote was 4-1, with Commissioner Paiva dissenting. [case Ordinance No. 2021-] The City Commission of Deland, Florida, approved an Ordinance on first reading amending Chapter 30, Utilities, related to the payment of charges for delinquent accounts pertaining to the City-owned water and wastewater utility system. The vote was unanimous. The City Commission of Deland, Florida, approved the Utility Rate and Impact Fee Study. The vote was unanimous. The City Commission of Deland, Florida, approved a Resolution Approving Budget Amendment for FY 2020-2021, Based on Revised Revenue Estimates and Personnel Actions. The vote was unanimous. [case Ordinance No. 2021-07] The City Commission of Deland, Florida, approved Ordinance No. 2021-07 on second reading, amending Section 30.28 of Chapter 30 of the Code of Ordinances related to the payment of charges for delinquent accounts pertaining to the City-owned water and wastewater utility systems. The vote was unanimous. [1455 North McDonald Avenue; case Ordinance No. 2021-08] The City Commission of Deland, Florida, approved Ordinance No. 2021-08 on second reading, annexing approximately 4.4 acres of property located at 1455 North McDonald Avenue. The ordinance amends city boundaries to include the annexed property. The vote was unanimous. [1455 North McDonald Avenue; case Ordinance No. 2021-09] The City Commission of Deland, Florida, approved Ordinance No. 2021-09 on second reading, changing the land use of approximately 4.4 acres of property located at 1455 North McDonald Avenue from Volusia County's Industrial to the City of Deland's Industrial/Warehouse land use designation. The vote was unanimous. [1455 North McDonald Avenue; case Ordinance No. 2021-10] The City Commission of Deland, Florida, approved Ordinance No. 2021-10 on second reading, changing the zoning of approximately 4.4 acres of property located at 1455 North McDonald Avenue from Volusia County I-1CA (Industrial) to City C-4 (Wholesale Commercial). The vote was unanimous. [Northeast Corner of Martin Luther King, Jr., Boulevard and Cassadaga Road; case Ordinance No. 2021-] The City Commission of Deland, Florida, approved an Ordinance on first reading changing the zoning of approximately 36.16 acres of property located at the Northeast Corner of Martin Luther King, Jr., Boulevard and Cassadaga Road, from Volusia County R-4 to Kirk DeLand PD (Planned Development). The approval was conditioned on Florida-friendly landscaping, additional buffers along MLK and Cassadaga, and a minimum of seventeen larger (60') lots. The vote was unanimous. [Spring Garden Avenue] The City Commission of Deland, Florida, approved the Resolution Approving Preliminary Plat for Beresford Woods Subdivision, located at Spring Garden Avenue. The vote was unanimous. The City Commission of Deland, Florida, approved the Extension to Memorandum of Understanding between the City of DeLand and DeLand Historic Trust, Inc. and West Volusia Historical Society. The vote was unanimous. [709 Swaying Pine Way] The City Commission of Deland, Florida, adopted a Resolution Denying the Removal of One Historic Tree located at 709 Swaying Pine Way. The City Forester stated the tree still exists and does not meet code requirements for removal. The Tree Committee recommended denial. The vote was unanimous. [113 Wynot Way] The City Commission of Deland, Florida, adopted a Resolution Approving Removal of One Historic Tree located at 113 Wynot Way. The City Forester noted a breakdown in communication, and the applicant removed the tree after being informed not to, resulting in a requirement for double replacement. The vote was unanimous. [not stated (specific to items 1-6)] The City Commission of Deland, Florida, approved items 1-6 on the consent agenda during the June 17, 2024 meeting. These items included a Resolution Approving FY 2023-2024 Budget Amendment; Task Order Assignment for East Regional Force Main Part A-1 & A-2 Construction Phase Services; DeLand Airport’s Part 26 Disadvantaged Business Enterprise/Small Business Enterprise Program; Subordination of Utility Easement to FDOT on Spring Garden Avenue; Approval for Sale and Consumption of Alcoholic Beverages on City Property for Issues Havana Night Event; and a Resolution re Surplus Equipment. The vote was unanimous (5-0). [Areas outside of Woodland and New York; case Ordinance No. 2024-30] The City Commission of Deland, Florida, approved Ordinance No. 2024-30 on second reading, amending Section 33-19.13 of the Land Development Regulations regarding Residential Dwelling Units on First Floor. This amendment eliminates conflicting language in the code for areas outside of Woodland and New York. The vote was unanimous (5-0). [215 and 221 West Wisconsin Avenue; case Ordinance No. 2024-31] The City Commission of Deland, Florida, approved Ordinance No. 2024-31 on second reading, changing the zoning for properties located at 215 and 221 West Wisconsin Avenue from R-1A (Single-Family Residential) to C-2A (Downtown Commercial). The purpose is to reduce the non-conforming nature of the properties and align with the future land use of downtown commercial. The vote was unanimous (5-0). [MLK Park, off Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard] The City Commission of Deland, Florida, received a presentation on preliminary design options for MLK Park, a 13-acre parcel off Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard. Two concepts were presented with projected costs totaling approximately $17,375,800, including a 30% contingency. The City Manager noted that staff was not in a position to begin the project with the current cost estimate, as previously allocated funds were redirected to other projects. [not stated (specific to items 1-4, 6-8)] The City Commission of Deland, Florida, approved items 1-4 and 6-8 on the consent agenda during the August 19, 2024 meeting. These items included Approval of Annual Agreement for Funding DeLand Police Athletic League, Inc. (DPAL) Director; Utility Service Agreement for Crestwood Homes Single Family Subdivision; Renewal Contract Agreement with Team Volusia Economic Development Corporation, FY 2024-2025; Approval of Minutes; Resolution Approving FAA Grant Award for Airports Geographic Information Systems (AGIS) Survey; and Volusia County Interlocal Agreement Regarding Road Impact Fees; South Reclaim Pump Station Project Change Order No. 3. Item 5 (Approval of Sale and Consumption of Alcoholic Beverages on City Property for Stetson University Athletics Department) was pulled due to Mayor Cloudman's conflict of interest. The vote on approved items was unanimous (5-0). [South of Orange Camp Road, west of the I-4 Interchange; case Ordinance No. 2026-] The City Commission approved an ordinance changing the zoning for approximately 22.43 acres located south of Orange Camp Road, west of the I-4 Interchange. The zoning changed from Volusia County B-6 (Highway Interchange Commercial), BPUD (Business Planned Unit Development), and A-2 (Rural Agriculture) to City of DeLand C-2 (General Commercial). The motion passed 5-0. There were no public comments. [Jackson Lane Park, 720 North Frankfort Avenue; case Resolution No. 2026-] The City Commission approved a resolution adopting the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) project request for Fiscal Year 2026-2027, authorizing submission of the project request and grant application to Volusia County. The project involves improvements to Jackson Lane Park, including the construction of a new 576 sq ft restroom facility and a 576 sq ft covered pavilion, along with sidewalks and necessary water, sewer, and electrical infrastructure. The total estimated cost is $379,714. The City Commission adopted the resolution without recommendations from the Community Advisory Task Force (CATF) due to insufficient membership. There were no public comments. [Northeast corner of International Speedway Blvd. and N. Spring Garden Ave.; case Ordinance No. 2026-11] The City Commission approved an ordinance on second reading changing the zoning for approximately 23.33 acres at the northeast corner of International Speedway Blvd. and N. Spring Garden Ave. from VC R-3C (Single Family) to BR (Business Retail). The property is vacant and undeveloped. Uses allowed under BR zoning include professional offices, personal services, hotels, and convenience stores with gas pumps. The Planning Board approved the request 5-2, and the City Commission approved it 4-1 on first reading. Public comments at the Planning Board hearing raised concerns about environmental impact and the availability of vacant commercial spaces for redevelopment. Public comments at the City Commission meeting expressed concerns that the BR zoning was not appropriate for the property. A traffic impact analysis will be required at the time of site plan or subdivision if development creates over 1,000 ADT. Stormwater retention will be designed to meet governmental regulations for a 100-year, 24-hour storm event. [422 East Beresford Avenue; case A26-12] The City Commission approved the purchase of a vacant parcel at 422 East Beresford Avenue, adjacent to the Public Works & Utilities Campus, from DeLand Florida Developers, LLC for $840,000.00. This purchase price is slightly above the average of two required appraisals ($840,000 rounded from $840,513 and $831,900), requiring an extraordinary vote of four commissioners. The property is 5.94 acres and zoned R-8 (Multiple-Family Dwelling District), allowing for up to eight dwelling units per acre. There is no immediate plan for development, but the acquisition is strategic to avoid future eminent domain costs. The City will obtain a survey and Phase I environmental assessment prior to closing. The purchase price is included in the amended FY 25/26 budget. There were no public comments. [422 East Beresford Avenue, Deland, Florida 32724] Appraisal report for a ±5.94 acre vacant parcel of land located at 422 East Beresford Avenue, Deland, Florida. The property is zoned R-8 with a future land use of MDR (Medium Density Residential). The highest and best use is considered to be multifamily residential development. The estimated fair market value as of May 9, 2026, is $831,900. The property has approximately 393 feet of road frontage on East Beresford Avenue. Conceptual site plans for a 48-unit townhome development were submitted in 2022 but not approved. The property has been on the market for approximately 780 days with a current asking price of $850,000. [Along lots 25-31 of the DeLand Business and Industrial Park plat, Bennett Drive] Request for the City Commission to approve the vacation of a ±0.89 acre section of Bennett Drive right-of-way, located along lots 25-31 of the DeLand Business and Industrial Park plat. The applicant, S A Casey Construction, intends to use the vacated right-of-way as a private driveway for the Coastline Power Solutions business. The right-of-way is 552.68 feet long and 50 feet wide. Utility providers (AT&T, Charter Communications, City of DeLand Utilities, Duke Energy, FL Gas Transmission Co.) have provided letters of no objection. The abandonment will add property to the City's tax rolls, generating additional revenue. Easements for underground stormwater pipes and water/sewer lines will be required. [Deland, Florida] AT&T is requesting a utility easement on property in Deland, Florida, changing the easement from public to private. The property is identified by Volusia County Property Appraiser Parcel ID: 603311000270. Darrell Broom from AT&T is the contact.