Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA)

CITY OF GROVELAND E.L. PURYEAR BUILDING 243 SOlITH LAKE AVENUE GROVELAND, FLORIDA 34736 (352) 429-2141 EVELYN WILSON MIKE SMITH CHAIR VICE CHAIR r v I d FLORIDA City with N<1rural Charm BRIGGETT BRANNON BARBARA GAINES BOARD 1v1EMBER BOARD J\,ffiMBER MIKE RADZIK DINA SWEATT BOARD J\,IBMBER BOARD J\,ffiMBER RANDOLPH WAITE COMMISSIONER DOUG SHIELDS BOARD J\,ffiMBER EX-OFFICIO DANMURPHY CRAMANAGER COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY(CRA) BOARD MEETING CH 22, 2021 6:00 P.M. The Mayor will ask for comments from the public, requesting that anyone desiring to speak on an item. When recognized by the Mayor, please approach the podium and speak into the microphone, stating your name, address, if you are a citizen that lives in the Groveland City limits, and then present the information you desire. Each person has a maximum of five (5) minutes to speak. Items listed in the "Consent Agenda" will be approved by Council in their entirety by a single motion, unless otherwise indicated by Council. 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All remarks shall be addressed to the Council as a body and not to any member thereof unless permission to do so is first granted by the presiding officer. Unless further time is granted by the presiding officer or the council, member of the public shall limit their discussion or address to no more than five minutes. No question shall be asked a council member or city official except through the presiding officer. If your address is exempt from public record you are not required to state it. In addition, do not give out your Social Security Number, phone number, email address or any other information you do not want others to have access to as the meetings are recorded and those recordings are considered public record. Pursuant to the provisions of Chap. 286, F .S., Sec. 286.0105, if a person decides to appeal any decision made by this body with respect to any matter considered at this meeting, he or she will need a record of the proceedings, and that for such purpose, he or she may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record may include the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based and is advised to make such arrangements at his or her own expense. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 286.26, Florida Statute, persons with disabilities needing special accommodation to participate in this meeting should contact the City Clerk's Office no later than 5:00 p.m. the day of the meeting. PUBLIC NOTICE OF THE GROVELAND COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY GOVERNING BOARD REGULAR MEETING SCHEDULED TO CONVENE AT 6:00 PM, MARCH 22, 2021 IN THE E.L. PURYEAR BUILDING LOCATED AT 243 S. LAKE AVENUE, GROVELAND, FL 34736. LEASE NOT : ALL ATTENDEES ARE RE U RED TO WEAR A MASK. As an alternate option, the public can attend the March 22, 2021 CRA Meeting virtually. The virtual meeting will be in "watch/listen mode" only; no public comments will be taken vi11ually. In tructions to participate have been po tcd to th City's website under " ublic notices" at www.groveland-fl.11.ov>-== CHAIR EVELYN WILSON VICE CHAIR MIKE SMITH BOARD MEMBER BRlGGETT BRANNON BOARD MEMBER BARBARA GAINES BOARD MEMBER MIKERADZIK BOARD MEMBER DINA SWEATT BOARD MEMBER RANDOLPH WAITE EX-OFFICIO COMMISSIONER DOUG SHIELDS CITY MANAGER MICHAEL HEIN CITY ATTORNEY ANITA GERACI-CARVER CRAMANAGER DAN MURPHY CRA COORDINATOR JOHN M. JONES SERGEANT-AT-ARMS CHIEF SHAWN RAMSEY RECORDING SECRETARY KATHERINE NEIL Please note: Most written communication to or from government officials regarding government business are public records available to the public and media upon request. Your e-mail communications may therefore be subject to public disclosure. Call to Order PLEDGE OF CONDUCT • We may disagree, but we will be respectful of one another. • We will direct all comments to issues. • We will avoid personal attacks. • Audience members wishing to speak must be recognized by the Chair. • Speaking without being recognized will be considered "Out of Order." AGENDA OPENING CEREMONIES a. Pledge of Allegiance ROLL CALL OLD BUSINESS 1. ApprovaJ of March 8 2 2021 Groveland CRA Governing Board Meeting Minutes 2. SR-50 Realignment-Traffic Evaluation Study (Report Findings/Summary) NEW BUSINESS 3. Facade Grant Program Status Report CRA Manager's Report City Attorney's Report Upcoming Meeting Schedule"' • May 24th • July 26th • August 23 rd (CRA Budget Workshop) • September 27th ( CRA Budget Adoption) • November 29th *The CRA Meetings are held at 6:00 p.m. PUBLIC COMMENT ADJOURNMENT Groveland Code of Ordinances Sec. 2-58 (I). Any person desiring to address the council shall first secure the permission of the presiding officer and shall give his name and address for the record. All remarks shall be addressed to the council as a body and not to any member thereof unless permission to do so is first granted by the presiding officer. Unless further time is granted by the presiding officer or the council, members of the public shall limit their discussion or address to no more than jive minutes. No question shall be asked a councilmember or city official except through the presiding officer. Pursuant to the provisions of Chap. 286, F.S., Sec. 286.0105, if a person decides to appeal any decision made by this body with respect to any matter considered at this meeting, he or she will need a record of the proceedings, and that for such purpose, he or she may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record may include the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based and is advised to make such arrangements at his or her own expense. In accordance with the Americans With Disabilities Act and Section 286.26, Florida Statutes, persons with disabilities needing special accommodations to participate in this meeting should contact the City Clerk's Office 72 hours prior to the date of the meeting.  AGENDA ITEM 1 March 08, 2021 CRA Board Meeting Minutes  City of Groveland Minutes Community Redevelopment Agency Special Meeting Monday, March 08, 2021 The Groveland Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) held a special meeting on Monday, March 08, 2021 that was held in the E. L. Puryear Building located at 243 S. Lake Avenue, Groveland, FL 34736. Chair Evelyn Wilson called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. with the following members present: Vice Chair Mike Smith and Board Members Briggett Brannon, Barbra Gaines, Mike Radzik, Dina Sweatt, and Randolph Waite. City officials present were City Manager Mike Hein, CRA Manager Dan Murphy, City Attorney Anita Geraci-Carver, Sergeant-at-Arms Chief Shawn Ramsey, and Recording Secretary Katherine Neill. Note: CRA Coordinator John Jones was not present. Note: As an alternate option, the public was provided the opportunity to attend the March 8, 2021 Community Redevelopment Agency Meeting. A public notice with instructions to participate was posted to the City's website under "public notices" at www.groveland­ fl.gov, and in the display board at City Hall. OPENING CEREMONIES Pledge of Allegiance was led by Board Member Radzik. OLD BUSINESS 1. Approval of January 25, 2021 Groveland CRA Governing Board Meeting Minutes Motion: Board Member Sweatt moved to approve the January 25, 2021 Groveland CRA Governing Board Meeting Minutes; seconded by Board Member Brannon. Motion passed with all Board Members present voting aye. 2. Groveland CRA Plan Update City Manager Hein provided an update regarding the CRA Plan. The City had provided notice to Taxing Authorities regarding the intention to expand the CRA Area. The Lake County Board of County Commissioners met on February 9, 2021 to discuss the City of Groveland's CRA expansion. The Board of County Commissioner's objected to the CRA expansion and cited the following concerns: transparency; terms and length of extending the CRA for forty (40) years; scale and amount of property in the CRA district in proportion to the rest of the taxing body resulting in a loss of revenue for the County; value of the expansion; development standards; difficulty changing Lake County Property Appraiser Land Designation Code. City Manager Hein informed the Board he had prepared a draft letter to submit to the Board of County Commissioners which would address their 1  MARCH 8, 2021 COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY (CRA) BOARD SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES concerns through expanding and extending the CRA, excluding unincorporated parcels, and providing an ex-officio seat on the CRA Board for the Commissioner who represents the district. City Manager Hein stated if the Board approved the letter he would be able to present it to the Board of Lake County Commissioners the following day in which they could vote to remove their objection to the CRA expansion. City Manager Hein thanked CRA Manager Dan Murphy and Finance Director John Ter Louw for their assistance in coming up with solutions to resolve the Board of County Commissioners concerns. City Manager Hein informed the Board he had attended the Board of County Commissioners with Mr. Murphy, Vice Mayor Smith, and City Attorney Geraci-Carver. City Manager Hein recommended the Board approve the letter. He stated staff were available to answer any questions the Board may have. Board Member Radzik inquired how the loss of revenue from the unincorporated parcels and the possibility of the City funding the State Road 50 realignment project would affect the City's ability to acquire future debt. City Manager Hein stated by extending the CRA to forty (40) years the Board would be able to bond against its longevity. City Manager Hein added as State Road 50 gets closer to completion there would be a greater interest from investors and the City would be able to qualify for more grant programs. Board Member Radzik clarified he was inquiring about the City's ability to take on debt for other projects in addition to the State Road 50 realignment. City Manager Hein informed the Board a higher debt ratio could impact the City's ability to take on new debt. City Manager Hein stated because the State Road 50 realignment is the Board's top priority and because the City would be reimbursed for the project from the Florida Department of Transportation (FOOT), he does not anticipate any issues with the City's ability to borrow funds. Vice Chair Smith asked for clarification if the City would be borrowing against the funds committed by FOOT. City Manager Hein stated the City would utilize a tiered approach, initially borrowing against the CRA extension and as State Road 50 gets completed begin borrowing against the infrastructure. Vice Chair Smith asked if debt financing would be discussed in further detail at a future meeting. City Manager Hein stated yes. Motion: Vice Chair Smith moved to make a recommendation to the City Council to amend the CRA Plan to exclude the unincorporated parcels; seconded by Board Member Radzik. 2  MARCH 8, 2021 COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY (CRA) BOARD SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES Vice Chair Smith stated he felt the Board needs to move forward with providing the Council with a recommendation so that staff has time to prepare by the next scheduled Council Meeting. Board Member Radzik stated because the Board can only make a recommendation to Council who then must vote on an action, he agreed it would be beneficial if the Board could have recommendation prior to the next Council Meeting. Board Member Sweatt asked how many objections the County had. City Manager Hein responded to Board Member Radzik's statement regarding providing a notification to the Council prior to their next meeting and informed the Board the Council would be meeting on March 15, 2021 where they would consider the CRA Plan for adoption. City Manager Hein informed the Board because the County had objected to the CRA Plan the City and the County were required to hold a joint meeting. However, if the County were to remove their objection the meeting would not be necessary. Board Member Sweatt asked if the letter was approved would it be delivered in time for Board of County Commissioners Meeting on the following day. City Manager Hein stated if approved an electronic copy of the letter would be delivered to the County immediately following the conclusion of this meeting. Board Member Gaines asked for clarification if the reimbursement from FOOT would offset the revenue loss from the unincorporated areas. City Manager Hein stated while not including the unincorporated areas would result in some revenue loss, it would be offset by the longevity of the CRA and reimbursements from FOOT. Board Member Brannon asked for clarification as to why the CRA had been expanded into unincorporated areas and if there were any cons to not including them. City Manager Hein stated the unincorporated areas were included to square off boundary lines; prevent infrastructure improvements from benefiting areas not contributing to the costs; and to allow for greater funding from Tax Increment Financing (TIF). Board Member Brannon inquired if the County would reject the entire CRA Plan if the Board chose not to exclude the unincorporated areas. City Manager Hein stated the cons to not including the unincorporated would be a less cohesive map and some parcels benefiting from CRA developments without being part of the CRA. Board Member Waite inquired if approving the draft letter would require a separate motion. City Manager Hein stated yes. Chair Wilson inquired if the unincorporated area would be held to the same standards as City Code. City Manager Hein stated the County would still be responsible for those areas, but including an ex-officio member would encourage a uniformed approach 3  MARCH 8, 2021 COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY (CRA) BOARD SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES towards maintaining the unincorporated parcels. City Manager Hein stated it is not an optimal situation, but he believed that it is fair trade off in order to achieve the main objective of approving the CRA Plan. Vice Chair Smith inquired if the unincorporated areas were included in the CRA if they would still be regulated by County Code Enforcement. City Manager Hein responded yes, the parcels would remain under the County's jurisdiction until they were annexed even if they were part of the CRA. Vice Chair Smith asked if the unincorporated areas benefiting from CRA improvements would have to pay to use those services which would allow for some revenue. City Manager Hein responded yes. Chair Wilson expressed her concerns with blighted properties not being taken care of in a timely manner if the unincorporated parcels remained under the County's jurisdiction. Motion passed with all board members present voting aye. Motion: Board Member Waite moved to approve the draft letter and to create an ex-officio position from the Lake County Board of County Commissioners on the CRA Board; seconded by Board Member Sweatt. Motion passed with all board members present voting aye. NEW BUSINESS 3. Economic Development Incentives for Relocating Targeted Industry (J&K Noles, Inc. Mr. Murphy presented a proposal request to support a new local restaurant at an estimated cost between one-hundred thousand dollars ($100,000) and one-hundred twenty-five thousand dollars ($125,000). Mr. Murphy informed the Board the restaurant would create an additional twelve (12) to fourteen (14) jobs within the community. Mr. Murphy introduced the applicant as the Noles family who have had other successful restaurant ventures, such Papa's Diner in the City of Clermont. Mr. Murphy informed the Board COVID-19 had a negative financial impact on the Noles family and they are requesting financial assistance in order open a new location within the City. Mr. Murphy stated the new restaurant would be located at the former James BBQ location on Orange Street. Mr. Murphy referenced the City's Anchor Tenant Agreement and informed the Board it typically provides a max of thirty-five percent (35%) of the total value of the investment, but the amount can be increased depending on unique circumstances. Mr. Murphy stated staff felt the economic downturn caused by COVID-19, the restaurant's location within the 4  MARCH 8, 2021 COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY (CRA) BOARD SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES downtown area, and the restaurant being full service offering breakfast, lunch, and dinner justified a higher investment from the City. Mr. Murphy informed the Board the program utilizes a loan to grant financing method where twenty percent (20%) of the loan is forgiven each year the business remains in operation, and after five (5) years the loan is completely forgiven. Should the business fail within the first five (5) years, the remaining balance must be repaid to the City which is usually done through the liquidation of assets. James Noles with J&K Noles, Inc. addressed the Board and thanked them for their consideration. Mr. Noles stated he and his family live within Groveland and they are very excited to start a new business within the City. Motion: Board Member Radzik moved to approve the application for the Economic Incentive; seconded by Board Member Sweatt. Board Member Radzik stated he is excited the old James BBQ location would no longer be vacant. He felt the City needed a breakfast restaurant. Board Member Sweatt stated the City needs more sit down restaurants, especially in the downtown area. She expressed she is looking forward to the opening of the restaurant. Vice Chair Smith stated he has enjoyed visiting Papa's Diner and is excited to see the new menu for this location. Board Member Gaines congratulated the Noles family and stated she is excited for more small businesses to come to the City. Board Member Brannon asked for clarification regarding the Anchor Tenant Agreement and the thirty-five percent (35%) limit. Mr. Murphy stated thirty-five percent (35%) is a good guideline, but the program is flexible depending on circumstances. Board Member Brannon inquired if the building was owned or rented. Mr. Murphy stated the building was being rented. Board Member Brannon asked how the loan could be repaid should the business fail within the first five (5) years if the building could not be used as collateral. Mr. Murphy stated a lien could be placed on the equipment within the restaurant. Board Member Waite thanked the Noles family for bringing their business to the City. Chair Wilson inquired as to when the restaurant would be opening. Kellie Noles with J&K Noles, Inc. informed the Board it is anticipated to open by April, 2021. However, it is dependent on construction timelines. Chair Wilson stated this would be the first farm to table in the City. Ms. Noles stated J&K Noles, Inc. has partnered with the aquaponics farm to offer seasonal menu items and she is looking forward to working with other small 5  MARCH 8, 2021 COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY (CRA) BOARD SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES businesses. Chair Wilson inquired if the restaurant would serve alcohol. Ms. Noles stated no, as a liquor license is not permitted under their lease agreement. Board Member Radzik asked what the name of the restaurant is. Ms. Noles stated The Butcher Block Kitchen. Chair Wilson inquired if the restaurant would have BBQ. Mr. Noles stated no, as BBQ is unique to their restaurant located in the City of Lakeland. Motion passed with all board members present voting aye. Vice Chair Smith referenced the new 7/11 location on State Road 50 stating he felt they did not meet the City's desired appearance standards. He stated the CRA needs to have an architectural vision and inquired if Mr. Murphy could provide the Board with the current architectural standards. Vice Chair Smith expressed his concerns with no building uniformity within the downtown district. Board Member Radzik agreed with Vice Chair Smith. He inquired if the City could regulate building colors. City Attorney Geraci-Carver informed the Board local governments can regulate some architectural features but they cannot prohibit trademarked designs such as colors and signs. Vice Chair Smith stated he would like to reevaluate the architectural standards within the CRA. Chair Wilson inquired if the City logo could be added to business logos. City Attorney Geraci-Carver stated the City cannot force businesses to incorporate the City logo, but could negotiate with them. Chair Wilson stated she felt the City would continue to have a lack of cohesive designs until the State Road 50 realignment had been completed, as there is currently not much interest in development. Mr. Murphy stated the City had made significant improvements regarding code enforcement and building design standards. He felt they would only continue to get better. Mr. Murphy stated he would work with Community Development Director Tim Maslow to prepare recommendations on how to better improve the City's design standards. Board Member Radzik inquired if there was a way to limit the number of types of businesses such as only allowing a set number of auto part stores. City Attorney Geraci­ Carver stated yes. She suggested the Board further discuss the topic at the upcoming meeting with Mr. Maslow. 6  MARCH 8, 2021 COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY (CRA) BOARD SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES Board Member Gaines inquired as to how new design standards would affect current businesses. Mr. Murphy stated businesses are held to the design standards in place at the time they open. Board Member Brannon inquired if the downtown area could have an architectural theme. She requested an update regarding the street scape project. Mr. Murphy stated the Council would be voting on the contract at the March 15, 2021 meeting and once approved the contractor is ready to begin work. Board Member Brannon stated there is a dead palm tree near the Tractor Supply store which should be removed once work begins. Chair Wilson stated she believed Public Works would be responsible for removing it. Board Member Radzik stated if the tree is on private property the owner is responsible for removal and replacement. Board Member Brannon clarified the tree was located in the median. Chair Wilson stated she would contact the Director of Transportation and Public Works TJ Fish regarding the issue. PUBLIC COMMENT None. REPORTS CRA Manager • The traffic study has been completed and the results will be presented at the CRA Meeting on March 22, 2021. City Attorney Nothing to report at this time. UPCOMMING MEETING SCHEDULE Mr. Murphy provided the meeting schedule as follows : • March 22 nd • May 24 th • July 26th (CRA Budget Workshop) • August 23 rd (CRA Budget Adoption) • September 27th • November 29th PUBLIC COMMENTS None. 7  MARCH 8, 2021 COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY (CRA) BOARD SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES ADJOURNMENT Chair Wilson adjourned the meeting at 7:18 p.m . n ~ Groveland FLORIDA City wfrh Naturol Cham,· Evelyn Wilson, Mayor Attest: Katherine Neill, Recording Secretary 8  AGENDA ITEM 2 Groveland FLORIDA Community Redevelopment Agency TO: HONORABLE CRA CHAIR AND BOARD MEMBERS VIA: MIKE HEIN, CITY MANAGER FROM: DAN MURPHY, CRA MANAGER SUBJECT: TRAFFIC EVALUATION STUDY-REALIGNMENT OF S.R. 50 DATE: MARCH 22, 2021 STATUS: This item is to provide the CRA board the findings, conclusions and recommendations from the recently completed Traffic Evaluation Study-Realignment of State Road 50. TRAFFIC EVALUATION STUDY: The purpose of the Traffic Evaluation Study and roadway analysis is to evaluate future geometric needs of the corridor and adjacent intersections based upon an opening year of2030 and a design year of 2045. An evaluation has been_performed for the Phase I (2030), Phase II (2045), and 2045 No-Build scenarios. The following memorandum documents the process and calculations used to develop the future year AADT, design hour volumes and design hour turns, as well as the evaluation of roadway and intersection level of service. The following intersections are included within the analysis: • SR 50 at SR 33 (existing signal) • SR SOW at SR 19/Lak:e Avenue (existing signal, future stop-controlled intersection) • SR SOE at SR 19/Lake A venue (existing signal, future stop-controlled intersection) • SR 19 at Crittenden Street (existing full median opening, future right-in/right-out access connection) • SR 50 at SR 19 (future signal) • SR 50 at Orange Street/Broad Street (future signal) TRAFFIC EVALUATION STUDY-CONCLUSIONS: This traffic evaluation report was been performed to update existing conditions and reevaluate the realignment of SR 50 from CR 565Nilla City Road to the Brown Street and to consider the impact of future truck traffic and projected 2045 population growth. Below are the findings of the traffic evaluation: • SR 50 transportation improvements in this area have been identified to address traffic volume growth and increased regional truck traffic within the City of Groveland and Lake County through the Lake-Sumter MPO LRTP. A proposed realignment of SR 50  north of the City is being proposed to address future regional growth while also limiting impacts of the traffic through the City, including major truck route traffic. • SR 19 and SR 33 is considered a major north-south truck route, with SR 50 connecting the roadway facilities within the City of Groveland. Based upon turning movement volumes during both the AM and PM peak hours at the study area intersections the major truck route experiences high heavy vehicle traffic percentages during both the AM and PM peak hour. • Study area roadways and intersections cu.rrenily operate with an acceptable LOS and v/c ratio less than 1.0 during existing daily and peak hour traffic conditions; however, the growth of vehicular and truck traffic through the City of Groveland has exceeded past forecasts, including the PD&E conducted in August 2012. • Traffic projections were developed for the 2030 western alignment (Phase I) 2045 eastern alignment (Phase II), and 2045 No-Build scenarios. The future traffic volume forecasts were developed considering anticipated population and development growth within the surrowiding area of Lake County and within the planning horizon. • The future No-Build traffic volumes show that study area roadways and intersections will operate with a failing LOS in the 2045 design year without the proposed SR 50 Realignment. lmprovements to SR 50 and study area intersections were identified to obtained acceptable operating_ conditions in the future 2045 No-Build scenario. These improvements include the widening SR 50 from a 4-lane faci}jty to a 6-lane facility through the City of Groveland, which would require significant right-of-way of current properties serving commercial businesses within downtown Groveland. It would also require major intersection improvements at SR 19 & SR 50 WB SR 19 & SR 50 EB and SR 33 & SR 50. This scenario would not relieve truck traffic through the City. • The future 2030 (Phase I) and 2045 (Phase II) SR 50 Realignment analysis shows that the proposed plans would reroute a substantial amount of vehicle and truck traffic around the City and will result in acceptable LOS for study area roadways and intersections with additional recommended improvements. These improvements include the widening SR 50 Realignment from a 4-lane facility to a 6-lane facility and intersection improvements at SR 33 & SR 50. STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS: No Action Required. ATTACHMENTS: Attachment 1 Traffic Evaluation Study-Realignment of State Road 50.  n· ~ AGENDA ITEM 3 Groveland FLORIDA Community Redevelopment Agency TO: HONORABLE CRA CHAIR AND BOARD MEMBERS VIA: MIKE HEIN, CITY MANAGER FROM: DAN MURPHY, CRA MANAGER SUBJECT: FA<;ADE GRANT PROGRAM STATUS REPORT DATE: MARCH 22, 2021 BACKGROUND: This item is to provide background information and a status report for the Groveland CRA fa9ade Grant program. DISCUSSION: The Community Redevelopment Agency has completed the processing of all Fa9ade Grant program applications that have been formally submitted. CRA Staff is currently working with two (2) potential applicants and anticipates their applications may be formally submitted within the next four (4) to six (6) weeks. STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS: No Action Required.