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City Council Meeting · 2026-04-15 · agenda_packet

[201 E MAIN STREET, TAVARES] Tavares City Council meeting agenda for April 15, 2026. Key items include a proclamation for Water Conservation Month, presentation of the GFOA Distinguished Budget Award, approval of meeting minutes, a resolution for a special use permit for a laundromat, and a public hearing for a charter amendment to extend City Council terms to four years. The agenda also includes updates on the Tavares Library, the FY 2027 Proposed Budget Calendar, City Administrator Report, and City Council Member Reports. [1248 WELLS AVENUE; case Resolution 2026-08] Resolution 2026-08: Approval of a Special Use Permit for a laundromat at 1248 Wells Avenue. The property is in a Mixed Use (MU) zoning district. The Planning & Zoning Board recommended approval. The City Council approved the resolution. [case Ordinance 2026-03] Ordinance 2026-03: Proposed Charter Amendment Referendum for Four-Year Terms for City Council Members. The ordinance proposes extending City Council member terms from two to four years, establishing staggered terms, and aligning municipal elections with statewide general election cycles. This requires voter approval via referendum. The estimated one-time cost for the referendum is $14,000, with projected savings of $35,000 every other year. The Council approved Ordinance 2026-03. Tab 6: Tavares Library Update and National Library Week Recognition. The library will provide an update on activities and programs and recognize April 19-25, 2026 as National Library Week. The theme is 'Find Your Joy'. The Council will hear the update. Tab 7: FY 2027 Proposed Budget Calendar (Finance). The City Council will consider the proposed budget calendar. The first City Council budget workshop is scheduled for July 15, 2026. The Council is recommended to approve the calendar. Tab 8: City Administrator Report. The City Administrator will inform the City Council on city-related matters and provide a summary at the meeting. Upcoming meetings include City Council, Planning and Zoning Board, and Library Board meetings. Outside agency meetings include Heartland League of Cities, Lake Sumter MPO, and Tavares Chamber of Commerce. Tab 9: City Council Member Reports. The Council will be offered an opportunity to provide a report at the meeting on city-related items.