City Commission Regular Meeting

City Commission Meeting Minutes January 7, 2025 (APPROVED) 1/7/2025 - Minutes 1. INVOCATION Rev Stalnaker gave the invocation. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Hilligoss called the meeting to order at approximately 6:00 p.m. after the invocation and the pledge of allegiance. 4. ROLL CALL Members Present: Mayor Jack Hilligoss, Robin Gibson, Keith Thompson, Carol Gillespie, Daniel Williams Staff Present: James Slaton, City Manager; Cynthia Monk, Deputy City Clerk; Albert C. Galloway, Jr., 5. COMMENTS AND PETITIONS Charlene Bennett, resident, spoke in opposition to the proclamation process. 6. CONSENT AGENDA Mayor Hilligoss said that a citizen asked that Item 6.II Law Enforcement-Vehicle Purchase and Vehicle Disposition be pulled from the consent agenda. Mayor Hilligoss made a motion to approve the Consent Agenda except item 6.II. Commissioner Williams seconded the motion. by voice vote: Mayor Hilligoss "YES" Commissioner Williams "YES" Commissioner Gillespie "YES" Commissioner Thompson "YES" Deputy Mayor Gibson "YES" Motion passed 5-0  Commissioner Thompson "YES" Deputy Mayor Gibson "YES" Motion passed 5-0 6.I. Minutes - December 17, 2024 6.II. Law Enforcement Vehicle Purchase And Vehicle Disposition [Begin Agenda Memo] SYNOPSIS: Staff is requesting Commission approval to lease purchase seven (7) police vehicles using the Bancorp Master Lease Agreement and dispose of ten (10) surplus vehicles. RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that the City Commission take the following action(s): 1. Approve the sixty (60) month lease-purchase of five (5) fully equipped 2025 Chevrolet police patrol vehicles and two (2) police K9 vehicles from Alan Jay Fleet Sales based upon the City of Tallahassee contract 5179-2025 pricing. 2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the necessary documents on behalf of the city. 3. Classify the ten (10) below listed vehicles as surplus. 4. Authorize staff to dispose of the surplus vehicles. 5. Authorize the donation of one the surplus vehicles to the Lake Hamilton Police Department. BACKGROUND Within the FY 2024/25 annual budget, the City Commission approved $520,000.00 for purchase of police vehicles. The FY 2024/25 annual budget indicated the vehicles would be leased versus purchased with commission approval. Staff recommends the lease-purchase of the following vehicles: • Seven (7) fully equipped 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe police vehicles. The capital cost of these vehicles, if purchased outright, would be $538,036.85. Under the lease-purchase agreement, the monthly lease payment would be $10,414 for sixty (60) months, with a total cost of $624,840. These vehicles will replace police vehicles being removed from service through reassignment, sale or other means of disposal. • The vehicles outlined below no longer serve any useful purpose to the city and staff recommends approval to dispose of them. YEAR MAKE MODEL VIN NUMBER 2014 Chevrolet Impala 2G1WD5E35E1178988 2014 Chevrolet Impala 2G1WD5E37E1179334 2014 Chevrolet Impala 2G1WD5E36E1179759 2014 Chevrolet Impala 2G1WD5E35E1179977 2015 Chevrolet Impala 2G1WD5E37F1160011 2015 Chevrolet Impala 2G1WD5E35F1160489 2015 Chevrolet Impala 2G1WD5E38F1160602 2017 Ford Interceptor SUV 1FM5K8ARXHGE14638  2015 Chevrolet Impala 2G1WD5E35F1160489 2015 Chevrolet Impala 2G1WD5E38F1160602 2017 Ford Interceptor SUV 1FM5K8ARXHGE14638 2019 Ford Explorer (Civilian Model) 1FM5K7D81KGB14233 • Staff recommends approval to donate the following vehicle to the Lake Hamilton Police Department: YEAR MAKE MODEL VIN NUMBER 2018 Ford Interceptor SUV 1FM5K8ARXJGA71416 OTHER OPTIONS 1) Purchase the police vehicles outright at a cost of $538,036.85. FISCAL IMPACT The FY24/25 lease obligation of $62,484.00 (6 months) provided by Bancorp is based upon a lease purchase option for public safety vehicles. If the City Commission approves the vehicle lease agreement, the city is committed to a yearly lease payment of $124,968.00 for the sixty (60) month lease. If revenues are insufficient in future years, the city has the option to return the vehicles under the non-appropriation of funds clause. If it becomes necessary to exercise this option the police department would suffer the loss of the vehicles. [End Agenda Memo] Frank Lumm, resident, asked what disposal and donation means. How are vehicles disposed of? James Slaton, City Manager, reviewed what disposal means and that the Commission must authorize this. Mr. Lumm asked about the what equipment goes into K9 vehicles and cost. LT. Figueroa, Lake Wales Police Department, reviewed this item and what goes in the K9 vehicles. Commissioner Gillespie asked if electric vehicles were considered. Lt. Figueroa said they looked into it and some agencies are trying them, but there is not infrastructure yet such as enough charging stations. This was discussed. Commissioner Thompson made a motion to approve this item. Commissioner Williams seconded the motion. by voice vote: Commissioner Thompson "YES" Commissioner Williams "YES" Commissioner Gillespie "YES" Deputy Mayor Gibson "YES" Mayor Hilligoss "YES" Motion approved 5-0. 6.III. Contract Agreement With CW Roberts, Inc. For T-Hangar Taxilane Reconstruction And Taxilane Bravo Rehabilitation  Mayor Hilligoss "YES" Motion approved 5-0. 6.III. Contract Agreement With CW Roberts, Inc. For T-Hangar Taxilane Reconstruction And Taxilane Bravo Rehabilitation [Begin Agenda memo] SYNOPSIS: The City Commission will consider authorizing a contract agreement with CW Roberts, Inc. for the T-Hangar Taxilane Reconstruction and Taxilane Bravo Rehabilitation project at the Lake Wales Municipal Airport. RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that the City Commission take the following action(s): 1. Authorize a contract agreement with CW Roberts, Inc. for the T-Hangar Taxilane Reconstruction and Taxilane Bravo Rehabilitation project. The contract amount is $871,651.00, which will be fully funded by the FDOT and FAA. BACKGROUND The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) will cover 10% of the cost of this project. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) with cover the remaining 90% of this project. This project will reconstruct the taxilane that connects our t-hangars to the taxiway. It will also rehabilitate taxilane bravo that connects our FBO ramp to the taxiway. OTHER OPTIONS The City Commission may decline the contract agreement with CW Roberts, Inc. FISCAL IMPACT This project is fully funded by the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). [End Agenda Memo] 6.IV. Special Event Permit Application - 2025 Lake Wales Mardi Gras Celebration, Parade, Fireworks And 5K Run. Temporary Street Closings And Alcohol Use. [Begin Agenda Memo] SYNOPSIS: Approval of the Special Event Permit Application for the Lake Wales Mardi Gras Celebration, Parade, Fireworks and 5K Run on Friday and Saturday, February 28- March 1, 2025. RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that the City Commission take the following action: • Approve the Special Event Permit application for the 2025 Lake Wales Mardi Gras Celebration to take place on Friday evening, February 28, 2025 from 5:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m. and on Saturday, March 1, 2025 from 11:00 a.m. until 11:00 p.m. in Lake Wailes Park with set-up beginning 8:00 a.m. on Thursday February 27, 2025. • Approve the serving of alcohol in Lake Wailes Park during the Mardi Gras Event. • Approve the Mardi Gras 5K Run to be held on Friday evening, February 28, 2025 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. which will only be on Lake Wailes Trail. • Approve the temporary street closings on Saturday, March 1, 2025 between the hours of 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. for the Mardi Gras parade. Lineup will be on Third Street from Sessoms to Stuart Ave. and will include a portion of Crystal Ave. between Scenic and Third. Parade will start on Stuart Avenue and go to First Street, First Street to Central Avenue, Central Avenue east to Lake Shore Blvd. then to Lake Wailes Park where parade will end. • Approve the temporary closing of North First Street at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday March 1 for parade line- up. BACKGROUND Joshua Curchy, President of the Lake Wales Mardi Gras, has submitted a Special Event Permit Application for the 2025 Lake Wales Mardi Gras Celebration, Parade and 5K Run to be  Lake Wailes Park where parade will end. • Approve the temporary closing of North First Street at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday March 1 for parade line- up. BACKGROUND Joshua Curchy, President of the Lake Wales Mardi Gras, has submitted a Special Event Permit Application for the 2025 Lake Wales Mardi Gras Celebration, Parade and 5K Run to be held Friday, February 28, 2025 and Saturday, March 1, 2025 in Lake Wailes Park. This application includes a request to hold a 5K Run on Friday night from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and for the temporary closing of several streets in the downtown area for the parade. The events of Mardi Gras such as the food, vendors, children’s activities and alcohol will take place in Lake Wailes Park this year. The parade will go through downtown streets. Activities for the 2025 Lake Wales Mardi Gras are proposed as follows: 1. Friday evening, February 28, 2025, 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. - food and craft vendors, alcohol and musical entertainment will be in Lake Wailes Park. Set up would begin on Thursday, February 28, 2025 at 8:00 a.m. 2. Friday evening, February 28, 2025, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. – 5K Run beginning at the Basketball Court in Lake Wailes Park. The route goes along Lake Wailes Trail 3. Saturday, March 1, 2025 - the activities will continue in Lake Wailes Park beginning at 11:00 a.m. with craft and food vendors. Kids’ activities, musical entertainment and alcohol sales will take place in Lake Wailes Park. These activities will conclude at 11:00 p.m. 4. Fireworks will be Saturday March 1, 2025 at 8:30 p.m. 5. Saturday, March 1, 2025 - the Mardi Gras Parade will begin at 3:00 p.m. which will line up and start on First Street, North on Orange Avenue and make its way through the downtown area concluding at Lake Wailes Park at approximately 5:00 p.m. The parade route involves the following streets: Lineup will be on Third Street from Sessoms to Stuart Ave. and will include a portion of Crystal Ave. between Scenic and Third. Parade starts on Stuart Avenue, Stuart Avenue to First Street, First Street to Central Avenue, Central Avenue east to Lake Shore Blvd. then to Lake Wailes Park where parade will end. The Police Department and the Streets Department will coordinate control of vehicular and pedestrian traffic for the parade. The Streets Department will handle all street closings. Trash barrels with bags will be placed along the parade route and in the areas of the pre-parade and after parade activities in Lake Wailes Park. Sanitary facilities, dumpsters, site set up, tent permits, certificates of liability insurance, FDOT road closing permits and the alcohol beverage permit from the Department of Alcohol Beverage & Tobacco will be the responsibility of the Lake Wales Mardi Gras Executive Committee. Off duty officers will be scheduled for the street crossings for the 5K Run and these costs will be paid by the Lake Wales Mardi Gras. The 2025 event will end at 11:00 p.m. on both nights. OTHER OPTIONS Do not approve the two-day event, 5K Run, Fireworks or street closings. FISCAL IMPACT In-Kind services from the City were budgeted in the FY2024/2025 budget in the amount of $8,722. The Lake Wales Mardi Gras Committee is responsible for 25% or $2180. Any off- duty officers requested will be paid at 100% by the sponsor. [End Agenda Memo] 7. OLD BUSINESS 7.I. ORDINANCE 2024-27 Annexation Of 29+/- Acres Of Land 2nd Reading And Public Hearing  [End Agenda Memo] 7. OLD BUSINESS 7.I. ORDINANCE 2024-27 Annexation Of 29+/- Acres Of Land 2nd Reading And Public Hearing [Begin Agenda Memo] SYNOPSIS: Corby Myers., authorized agent for owner, requests approval of City Commission to annex 29+/- acres of land into the city limits, and to amend the Future Land Use Map and Zoning Map on parcels of land totaling approximately 76+/- acres. RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends of approval of City Commission, to annex 29+/- acres of land, and to assign the following land use and zoning designations, finding that the properties are located within our utility service area, and finding that the recommended Future Land Use and Zoning Map designations are compatible with the surrounding area, and are consistent with the City Comprehensive Plan and Land Use Regulations: 29+/- Acres (annexation Required) Current Land Use: County ARR Proposed Land Use: City IND Industrial Park Current Zoning: County ARR Proposed Zoning: City I-1 Industrial 47+/- Acres (incorporated) Current Land Use: City BPC Business Park Center Proposed Land Use: City IND Industrial Park Current Zoning: City BP Business Park Proposed Zoning: City I-1 Industrial The Planning and Zoning Board made a recommendation of approval to City Commission for the proposed future land use and zoning map designations on August 27, 2024. These ordinances were approved by City Commission at 1st reading on September 17, 2024. BACKGROUND The subject properties are located south of Hunt Brothers Road, west of Scenic Highway South, and east of US Highway 27. The 29 acres still located in Polk County are requested to be annexed. The 47 acres already incorporated into the city limits were assigned a Business Park designation in 2023 per the applicant’s request; however, after coordinating closely with the Lake Wales Economic Development Council, it was determined that an Industrial zoning designation may be more attractive to potential manufacturing businesses and large employers. No development plans for the properties have been submitted at this time. Comprehensive Plan: IND Industrial Policy I.1.2.9 The primary function of the Industrial (IND) classification is to accommodate the facilities necessary for the processing, fabrication, manufacturing, recycling, or wholesale distribution of goods. Typical uses/intensity: Manufacturing and processing plants, truck terminals, bulk products storage or sales facilities, heavy machinery sales or repair. Maximum FAR = .75. Location and development criteria: • Access to primary shipping routes, (highway and/or rail). Access to site by arterial or major collector only. • Spatially separated and buffered from residential areas. • Must be located outside of Wellhead Protection Areas and buffered from Conservation areas, wetlands • Access to primary shipping routes, (highway and/or rail). Access to site by arterial or major collector only. • Spatially separated and buffered from residential areas. • Must be located outside of Wellhead Protection Areas and buffered from Conservation areas, wetlands and other environmentally sensitive areas and from adjacent non industrial land uses. • Where central water and sanitary sewer are available. • Commercial uses to serve the employees in an industrial area shall not exceed 15% of an area designated as IND and shall be accessible by pedestrians, bikes and vehicles from the interior of the industrial park or development. Zoning: I-1 Industrial Sec 23-401 District Classifications 1 Industrial district, general. This district is intended to provide for the development of general manufacturing, fabrication, processing, assembly, warehousing & distribution, and wholesale activities industrial uses, primarily on vacant lands and in industrial park settings. General commercial, office, and research/development uses necessary to support the industrial area are also permitted. Comparison: BPC Business Park Center/BP Business Park Policy I.1.2.7. BPC The primary function of the Business Park Center (BPC) classification is to promote employment opportunities within the region by allowing for the establishment of office parks, research and development parks, light-industrial facilities, distribution centers, and mixed-use employment parks. The BPC classification is intended for well planned, extensively landscaped business park development rather than piecemeal development of individual lots. Typical uses/intensity: light manufacturing and assembly plants, warehouses, office centers. Maximum FAR = .75. Location and development criteria: Access to primary shipping routes (highways and/or rail). Access to site by arterial or major collector only. Spatially separated and buffered from residential areas. Support commercial to serve employees of a business park shall not exceed 25% of any single contiguous BPC district. Where City water and sanitary sewer are available. Minimum BPC area shall be 10 acres. A master plan shall be required prior to the subdivision of any land for business park development. The plan shall show an overall lot and road layout, landscaped buffers to adjacent lands, extensive landscaping within the park, and design guidelines for site development. Zoning: BP Business Park Sec. 23-401 District Classifications BP Business park. This district is intended for discrete areas established and designed for a mixture of professional, light industrial, wholesale, and professional uses, including hotels and motels and car dealerships, and excluding retail, drive-up restaurants, service and other commercial uses catering directly to consumers except those accessory to a principal use. Section 23-802 Definitions Manufacturing. A facility engaged in processing or fabricating and finishing non-hazardous products or components from raw materials or prepared parts. Non-hazardous materials contain no items or agents which have the ability to cause harm to humans, animals, or the environment. Manufacturing may include the assembly of products from components and the packaging of products. Manufacturing does not include processing of food or drinks. See also food processing under food businesses. Heavy. A facility engaged in processing or fabricating and finishing of non- hazardous products or components from raw materials or prepared parts that may or may not be packaged. 1. Such activity shall be conducted or take place within an enclosed structure or within a partially enclosed structure that is located behind the front building line and shall be screened from view by the perimeter landscape buffer. 2. All storage shall occur indoors or outdoors behind the front building line and at least 25 feet away from a side or rear property line. 3. No impacts or byproducts of the use, including noise, vibration, dust, fumes, odor, or electrical or communications interference shall be discernible from the property line. 4. Outdoor loading areas shall be located to the rear of the principal structure and shall not interfere with from a side or rear property line. 3. No impacts or byproducts of the use, including noise, vibration, dust, fumes, odor, or electrical or communications interference shall be discernible from the property line. 4. Outdoor loading areas shall be located to the rear of the principal structure and shall not interfere with the on-site circulation of vehicles and pedestrians. Light. A facility accommodating manufacturing processes involving less intense levels of fabrication and/or production such as the assembly and conversion of already processed raw materials into products. 1.Such activity shall be conducted or take place wholly within an enclosed building, and 2. Uses do not include any on-premise outdoor storage, open storage or above ground tank storage. 3. Such manufacturing operations shall not produce noise, odor, smoke, dust, glare, or vibration that may be detectable to the normal senses from beyond the property line. CODE REFERENCES AND REVIEW CRITERIA The City Commission assigns future Land Use and Zoning designations by ordinances upon a recommendation from the Planning & Zoning Board. The adopted land use amendment ordinance is transmitted to the state’s Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) for review. The DEO reviews the land use designations as appropriate with reference to the City’s Comprehensive Plan. The total acreage will be transmitted to DEO as a large-scale Future Land Use Map Amendment (50+ acres of land). FISCAL IMPACT Assignment would enable the future development of these properties and the potential increase in property value [End Agenda Memo] Jennifer Nanek, City Clerk, read ORDINANCE 2024-27 by title only ORDINANCE 2024-27 (Annexation of 29+/- acres of land east of US HWY 27 and contiguous to the city limits) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LAKE WALES, FLORIDA PROVIDING FOR THE ANNEXATION OF APPROXIMATELY 29+/- ACRES OF LAND EAST OF HIGHWAY 27 AND CONTIGUOUS TO THE INCORPORATED TERRITORY OF THE CITY OF LAKE WALES, AS SHOWN ON ATTACHMENT “A” AND SPECIFICALLY DESCRIBED HEREIN; GIVING THE CITY OF LAKE WALES JURISDICTION OVER THE LAND ANNEXED; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. OPENED PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED PUBLIC HEARING Commissioner Thompson made a motion to adopt ORDINANCE 2024-27 after 2nd reading and public hearing. Commissioner Williams seconded the motion. by roll call vote: Commissioner Thompson "YES" Commissioner Williams "YES"  by roll call vote: Commissioner Thompson "YES" Commissioner Williams "YES" Commissioner Gillespie "YES" Deputy Mayor Gibson "YES" Mayor Hilligoss "YES" Motion passed 5-0. 7.II. Ordinance 2024-28 Large-Scale Future Land Use Map Amendment To Assign 29+/- Acres Of Land A Future Land Use Designation Of IND Industrial And To Re-Assign 47+/- Acres Of Land Of Future Land Use Designation From BPC Business Park Center To IND Industrial - 2nd Reading And Public Hearing [Begin Agenda Memo] SYNOPSIS: Corby Myers., authorized agent for owner, requests approval of City Commission to annex 29+/- acres of land into the city limits, and to amend the Future Land Use Map and Zoning Map on parcels of land totaling approximately 76+/- acres. RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends of approval of City Commission, to annex 29+/- acres of land, and to assign the following land use and zoning designations, finding that the properties are located within our utility service area, and finding that the recommended Future Land Use and Zoning Map designations are compatible with the surrounding area, and are consistent with the City Comprehensive Plan and Land Use Regulations: 29+/- Acres (annexation Required) Current Land Use: County ARR Proposed Land Use: City IND Industrial Park Current Zoning: County ARR Proposed Zoning: City I-1 Industrial 47+/- Acres (incorporated) Current Land Use: City BPC Business Park Center Proposed Land Use: City IND Industrial Park Current Zoning: City BP Business Park Proposed Zoning: City I-1 Industrial The Planning and Zoning Board made a recommendation of approval to City Commission for the proposed future land use and zoning map designations on August 27, 2024. These ordinances were approved by City Commission at 1st reading on September 17, 2024. BACKGROUND The subject properties are located south of Hunt Brothers Road, west of Scenic Highway South, and east of US Highway 27. The 29 acres still located in Polk County are requested to be annexed. The 47 acres already incorporated into the city limits were assigned a Business Park designation in 2023 per the applicant’s request; however, after coordinating closely with the Lake Wales Economic Development Council, it was determined that an Industrial zoning designation may be more attractive to potential manufacturing businesses and large employers. No development plans for the BACKGROUND The subject properties are located south of Hunt Brothers Road, west of Scenic Highway South, and east of US Highway 27. The 29 acres still located in Polk County are requested to be annexed. The 47 acres already incorporated into the city limits were assigned a Business Park designation in 2023 per the applicant’s request; however, after coordinating closely with the Lake Wales Economic Development Council, it was determined that an Industrial zoning designation may be more attractive to potential manufacturing businesses and large employers. No development plans for the properties have been submitted at this time. Comprehensive Plan: IND Industrial Policy I.1.2.9 The primary function of the Industrial (IND) classification is to accommodate the facilities necessary for the processing, fabrication, manufacturing, recycling, or wholesale distribution of goods. Typical uses/intensity: Manufacturing and processing plants, truck terminals, bulk products storage or sales facilities, heavy machinery sales or repair. Maximum FAR = .75. Location and development criteria: • Access to primary shipping routes, (highway and/or rail). Access to site by arterial or major collector only. • Spatially separated and buffered from residential areas. • Must be located outside of Wellhead Protection Areas and buffered from Conservation areas, wetlands and other environmentally sensitive areas and from adjacent non industrial land uses. • Where central water and sanitary sewer are available. • Commercial uses to serve the employees in an industrial area shall not exceed 15% of an area designated as IND and shall be accessible by pedestrians, bikes and vehicles from the interior of the industrial park or development. Zoning: I-1 Industrial Sec 23-401 District Classifications 1 Industrial district, general. This district is intended to provide for the development of general manufacturing, fabrication, processing, assembly, warehousing & distribution, and wholesale activities industrial uses, primarily on vacant lands and in industrial park settings. General commercial, office, and research/development uses necessary to support the industrial area are also permitted. Comparison: BPC Business Park Center/BP Business Park Policy I.1.2.7. BPC The primary function of the Business Park Center (BPC) classification is to promote employment opportunities within the region by allowing for the establishment of office parks, research and development parks, light-industrial facilities, distribution centers, and mixed-use employment parks. The BPC classification is intended for well planned, extensively landscaped business park development rather than piecemeal development of individual lots. Typical uses/intensity: light manufacturing and assembly plants, warehouses, office centers. Maximum FAR = .75. Location and development criteria: Access to primary shipping routes (highways and/or rail). Access to site by arterial or major collector only. Spatially separated and buffered from residential areas. Support commercial to serve employees of a business park shall not exceed 25% of any single contiguous BPC district. Where City water and sanitary sewer are available. Minimum BPC area shall be 10 acres. A master plan shall be required prior to the subdivision of any land for business park development. The plan shall show an overall lot and road layout, landscaped buffers to adjacent lands, extensive landscaping within the park, and design guidelines for site development. Zoning: BP Business Park Sec. 23-401 District Classifications BP Business park. This district is intended for discrete areas established and designed for a mixture of professional, light industrial, wholesale, and professional uses, including hotels and motels and car dealerships, and excluding retail, drive-up restaurants, service and other commercial uses catering directly to consumers except those accessory to a principal use. Section 23-802 Definitions Manufacturing. A facility engaged in processing or fabricating and finishing non-hazardous products or components from raw materials or prepared parts. Non-hazardous materials contain no items or agents which have the ability to cause harm to humans, animals, or the environment. Manufacturing may include the assembly of products from components and the packaging of products. Manufacturing does not include processing of food or drinks. See also food processing under food businesses. Heavy. A facility engaged in processing or fabricating and finishing of non- Section 23-802 Definitions Manufacturing. A facility engaged in processing or fabricating and finishing non-hazardous products or components from raw materials or prepared parts. Non-hazardous materials contain no items or agents which have the ability to cause harm to humans, animals, or the environment. Manufacturing may include the assembly of products from components and the packaging of products. Manufacturing does not include processing of food or drinks. See also food processing under food businesses. Heavy. A facility engaged in processing or fabricating and finishing of non- hazardous products or components from raw materials or prepared parts that may or may not be packaged. 1. Such activity shall be conducted or take place within an enclosed structure or within a partially enclosed structure that is located behind the front building line and shall be screened from view by the perimeter landscape buffer. 2. All storage shall occur indoors or outdoors behind the front building line and at least 25 feet away from a side or rear property line. 3. No impacts or byproducts of the use, including noise, vibration, dust, fumes, odor, or electrical or communications interference shall be discernible from the property line. 4. Outdoor loading areas shall be located to the rear of the principal structure and shall not interfere with the on-site circulation of vehicles and pedestrians. Light. A facility accommodating manufacturing processes involving less intense levels of fabrication and/or production such as the assembly and conversion of already processed raw materials into products. 1.Such activity shall be conducted or take place wholly within an enclosed building, and 2. Uses do not include any on-premise outdoor storage, open storage or above ground tank storage. 3. Such manufacturing operations shall not produce noise, odor, smoke, dust, glare, or vibration that may be detectable to the normal senses from beyond the property line. CODE REFERENCES AND REVIEW CRITERIA The City Commission assigns future Land Use and Zoning designations by ordinances upon a recommendation from the Planning & Zoning Board. The adopted land use amendment ordinance is transmitted to the state’s Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) for review. The DEO reviews the land use designations as appropriate with reference to the City’s Comprehensive Plan. The total acreage will be transmitted to DEO as a large-scale Future Land Use Map Amendment (50+ acres of land). FISCAL IMPACT Assignment would enable the future development of these properties and the potential increase in property value [End Agenda Memo] Jennifer Nanek, City Clerk, read ORDINANCE 2024-28 by title only. ORDINANCE 2024-28 (Large-Scale CPA/Future Land Use Map Amendment for approximately 76+/- acres of land east of US HWY 27) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LAKE WALES, AMENDING THE FUTURE LAND USE MAP OF THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN TO CHANGE LAND USE DESIGNATIONS ON APPROXIMATELY 29+/- ACRES OF LAND EAST OF HIGHWAY 27 FROM COUNTY DESIGNATION ARR, TO CITY OF LAKE WALES DESIGNATION IND INDUSTIAL AND TO REASSIGN 47+/- ACRES OF LAND EAST OF HIGHWAY 27 FROM BPC BUSINESS PARK CENTER TO IND INDUSTRIAL; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.  APPROXIMATELY 29+/- ACRES OF LAND EAST OF HIGHWAY 27 FROM COUNTY DESIGNATION ARR, TO CITY OF LAKE WALES DESIGNATION IND INDUSTIAL AND TO REASSIGN 47+/- ACRES OF LAND EAST OF HIGHWAY 27 FROM BPC BUSINESS PARK CENTER TO IND INDUSTRIAL; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. OPENED PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED PUBLIC HEARING Commissioner Williams made a motion to adopt ORDINANCE 2024-28 after 2nd reading and public hearing. Commissioner Thompson seconded the motion. by roll call vote: Commissioner Williams "YES" Commissioner Thompson "YES" Commissioner Gillespie "YES" Deputy Mayor Gibson "YES" Mayor Hilligoss "YES" Motion passed 5-0. 7.III. Ordinance 2024-29 Zoning Map Amendment To Assign 29+/- Acres Of Land A Zoning Designation Of I- 1 Industrial Park And To Reassign 47+/- Acres Of Land A Zoning Designation From BP Business Park To I-1 Industrial Park -2nd Reading And Public Hearing [Begin Agenda Memo] SYNOPSIS: Corby Myers., authorized agent for owner, requests approval of City Commission to annex 29+/- acres of land into the city limits, and to amend the Future Land Use Map and Zoning Map on parcels of land totaling approximately 76+/- acres. RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends of approval of City Commission, to annex 29+/- acres of land, and to assign the following land use and zoning designations, finding that the properties are located within our utility service area, and finding that the recommended Future Land Use and Zoning Map designations are compatible with the surrounding area, and are consistent with the City Comprehensive Plan and Land Use Regulations: 29+/- Acres (annexation Required) Current Land Use: County ARR Proposed Land Use: City IND Industrial Park Current Zoning: County ARR Proposed Zoning: City I-1 Industrial 47+/- Acres (incorporated) Current Land Use: City BPC Business Park Center Proposed Land Use: City IND Industrial Park 47+/- Acres (incorporated) Current Land Use: City BPC Business Park Center Proposed Land Use: City IND Industrial Park Current Zoning: City BP Business Park Proposed Zoning: City I-1 Industrial The Planning and Zoning Board made a recommendation of approval to City Commission for the proposed future land use and zoning map designations on August 27, 2024. These ordinances were approved by City Commission at 1st reading on September 17, 2024. BACKGROUND The subject properties are located south of Hunt Brothers Road, west of Scenic Highway South, and east of US Highway 27. The 29 acres still located in Polk County are requested to be annexed. The 47 acres already incorporated into the city limits were assigned a Business Park designation in 2023 per the applicant’s request; however, after coordinating closely with the Lake Wales Economic Development Council, it was determined that an Industrial zoning designation may be more attractive to potential manufacturing businesses and large employers. No development plans for the properties have been submitted at this time. Comprehensive Plan: IND Industrial Policy I.1.2.9 The primary function of the Industrial (IND) classification is to accommodate the facilities necessary for the processing, fabrication, manufacturing, recycling, or wholesale distribution of goods. Typical uses/intensity: Manufacturing and processing plants, truck terminals, bulk products storage or sales facilities, heavy machinery sales or repair. Maximum FAR = .75. Location and development criteria: • Access to primary shipping routes, (highway and/or rail). Access to site by arterial or major collector only. • Spatially separated and buffered from residential areas. • Must be located outside of Wellhead Protection Areas and buffered from Conservation areas, wetlands and other environmentally sensitive areas and from adjacent nonindustrial land uses. • Where central water and sanitary sewer are available. • Commercial uses to serve the employees in an industrial area shall not exceed 15% of an area designated as IND and shall be accessible by pedestrians, bikes and vehicles from the interior of the industrial park or development. Zoning: I-1 Industrial Sec 23-401 District Classifications 1 Industrial district, general. This district is intended to provide for the development of general manufacturing, fabrication, processing, assembly, warehousing & distribution, and wholesale activities industrial uses, primarily on vacant lands and in industrial park settings. General commercial, office, and research/development uses necessary to support the industrial area are also permitted. Comparison: BPC Business Park Center/BP Business Park Policy I.1.2.7. BPC The primary function of the Business Park Center (BPC) classification is to promote employment opportunities within the region by allowing for the establishment of office parks, research and development parks, light-industrial facilities, distribution centers, and mixed-use employment parks. The BPC classification is intended for well planned, extensively landscaped business park development rather than piecemeal development of individual lots. Typical uses/intensity: light manufacturing and assembly plants, warehouses, office centers. Maximum FAR = .75. Location and development criteria: Access to primary shipping routes (highways and/or rail). Access to site by arterial or major collector only. Spatially separated and buffered from residential areas. Support commercial to serve employees of a business park shall not exceed 25% of any single contiguous BPC district. Where City water and sanitary sewer are available. Minimum BPC area shall be 10 acres. A master plan shall be required prior to the subdivision of any land for business park development. The plan shall show an overall lot and BPC classification is intended for well planned, extensively landscaped business park development rather than piecemeal development of individual lots. Typical uses/intensity: light manufacturing and assembly plants, warehouses, office centers. Maximum FAR = .75. Location and development criteria: Access to primary shipping routes (highways and/or rail). Access to site by arterial or major collector only. Spatially separated and buffered from residential areas. Support commercial to serve employees of a business park shall not exceed 25% of any single contiguous BPC district. Where City water and sanitary sewer are available. Minimum BPC area shall be 10 acres. A master plan shall be required prior to the subdivision of any land for business park development. The plan shall show an overall lot and road layout, landscaped buffers to adjacent lands, extensive landscaping within the park, and design guidelines for site development. Zoning: BP Business Park Sec. 23-401 District Classifications BP Business park. This district is intended for discrete areas established and designed for a mixture of professional, light industrial, wholesale, and professional uses, including hotels and motels and car dealerships, and excluding retail, drive-up restaurants, service and other commercial uses catering directly to consumers except those accessory to a principal use. Section 23-802 Definitions Manufacturing. A facility engaged in processing or fabricating and finishing non-hazardous products or components from raw materials or prepared parts. Non-hazardous materials contain no items or agents which have the ability to cause harm to humans, animals, or the environment. Manufacturing may include the assembly of products from components and the packaging of products. Manufacturing does not include processing of food or drinks. See also food processing under food businesses. Heavy. A facility engaged in processing or fabricating and finishing of non- hazardous products or components from raw materials or prepared parts that may or may not be packaged. 1. Such activity shall be conducted or take place within an enclosed structure or within a partially enclosed structure that is located behind the front building line and shall be screened from view by the perimeter landscape buffer. 2. All storage shall occur indoors or outdoors behind the front building line and at least 25 feet away from a side or rear property line. 3. No impacts or byproducts of the use, including noise, vibration, dust, fumes, odor, or electrical or communications interference shall be discernible from the property line. 4. Outdoor loading areas shall be located to the rear of the principal structure and shall not interfere with the on-site circulation of vehicles and pedestrians. Light. A facility accommodating manufacturing processes involving less intense levels of fabrication and/or production such as the assembly and conversion of already processed raw materials into products. 1.Such activity shall be conducted or take place wholly within an enclosed building, and 2. Uses do not include any on-premise outdoor storage, open storage or above ground tank storage. 3. Such manufacturing operations shall not produce noise, odor, smoke, dust, glare, or vibration that may be detectable to the normal senses from beyond the property line. CODE REFERENCES AND REVIEW CRITERIA The City Commission assigns future Land Use and Zoning designations by ordinances upon a recommendation from the Planning & Zoning Board. The adopted land use amendment ordinance is transmitted to the state’s Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) for review. The DEO reviews the land use designations as appropriate with reference to the City’s Comprehensive Plan. The total acreage will be transmitted to DEO as a large-scale Future Land Use Map Amendment (50+ acres of land). FISCAL IMPACT Assignment would enable the future development of these properties and the potential increase in property value [End Agenda Memo]  acres of land). FISCAL IMPACT Assignment would enable the future development of these properties and the potential increase in property value [End Agenda Memo] Jennifer Nanek, City Clerk, read ORDINANCE 2024-29 by title only. ORDINANCE 2024-29 (Zoning Map Amendment for approximately 76+/- acres of land east of US HWY 27) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LAKE WALES, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE ZONING MAP TO ASSIGN ZONING DESIGNATIONS ON APPROXIMATELY 29+/- ACRES OF LAND EAST OF HIGHWAY 27, FROM COUNTY DESIGNATION ARR, TO CITY OF LAKE WALES DESIGNATION I-1 INDUSTRIAL PARK AND TO REASSIGN 47+/- ACRES OF LAND EAST OF HIGHWAY 27 FROM BP BUSINESS PARK TO I-1 INDUSTRIAL PARK; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. OPENED PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED PUBLIC HEARING Commissioner Williams made a motion to approve ORDINANCE 2024-29 after 1st reading and public hearing. Commissioner Thompson seconded the motion. by roll call vote: Commissioner Williams "YES" Commissioner Thompson "YES" Commissioner Gillespie "YES" Deputy Mayor Gibson "YES" Mayor Hilligoss "YES" Motion passed 5-0. 7.IV. ORDINANCE 2024-45 UHAUL Annexation - 2nd Reading And Public Hearing [Begin Agenda Memo] SYNOPSIS: Contineo Group, LLC, on behalf of owners, Greg & Ayeshia Hendrix, is requesting approval of City Commission, for the Annexation of 4.14+/- acres of land, a Small-Scale Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment to assign 4.14+/- acres of land a Future Land Use designation of LCI Limited Commercial Industrial, and a Zoning Map Amendment to assign 4.14+/- acres of land a Zoning designation of LCI Limited Commercial Industrial. RECOMMENDATION: Staff supports approval City Commission for the Annexation, Future Land Use, and Zoning Map Amendments, as recommended by the Planning and Zoning Board at a regular meeting on November 26, finding that the property is within our Utility Service Area, and finding that the zoning and land use designations support the proposed development and RECOMMENDATION: Staff supports approval City Commission for the Annexation, Future Land Use, and Zoning Map Amendments, as recommended by the Planning and Zoning Board at a regular meeting on November 26, finding that the property is within our Utility Service Area, and finding that the zoning and land use designations support the proposed development and are compatible with the surrounding area. At the same November 26 meeting, the Planning and Zoning Board approved a Major Site Plan for a U-HAUL Moving and Self-Storage Facility, contingent upon adoption of these ordinances by City Commission. All three ordinances were approved by City Commission at 1st reading on December 17, 2024 BACKGROUND: History: The subject vacant property is located in unincorporated Polk County, east of US Highway 27 and adjacent to the Parc at Lake Wales multi-family development underway. Proposed Development: The Planning and Zoning Board approved the construction of one one-story 13,239SF building and loading dock, and one three-story 27,348SF (footprint – total GSF is 82,044) building. The site will operate as a self-storage facility, including U-Haul truck and trailer sharing. Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Element: LCI Limited Commercial Industrial The primary function of the Limited Commercial-Industrial classification is to allow low traffic generating commercial and industrial uses fronting on major roadways that will not result in commercial strip development. Location criteria: This classification will be used along major roadways outside of Commercial Activity Centers (CACs) and Regional Activity Centers (RACs). Typical uses/intensity: auto dealerships, storage facilities, light manufacturing and assembly plants. Types of uses not appropriate to LCI areas are high traffic generating uses such as retail stores, gasoline stations, banks, and restaurants. Up to 200,000 GLA. Maximum FAR .60. Development criteria: Cross access easements shall be required. Zoning District Classifications LCI Limited Commercial-Industrial district. This district is designed to permit a mix of commercial and industrial uses. Staff Findings: 1. The site is located within the City’s utility service area and will maximize existing infrastructure investments by connecting to municipal water and sewer. 2. The proposed map amendments are compatible with the Comprehensive Plan and Land Development Regulations. 3. The area is infill in nature and may potentially serve the new residential units underway to the east. 4. Approval of the Major Site Plan by Planning and Zoning Board shall be contingent upon adoption of the annexation and map amendments by City Commission. FISCAL IMPACT Approval of the site plan would allow for the development of the site and may  the east. 4. Approval of the Major Site Plan by Planning and Zoning Board shall be contingent upon adoption of the annexation and map amendments by City Commission. FISCAL IMPACT Approval of the site plan would allow for the development of the site and may increase property value. [End Agenda Memo] Jennifer Nanek, City Clerk, read ORDINANCE 2024-45 by title only. ORDINANCE 2024-45 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LAKE WALES, FLORIDA PROVIDING FOR THE ANNEXATION OF APPROXIMATELY 4+/- ACRES OF LAND EAST OF HIGHWAY 27 AND CONTIGUOUS TO THE INCORPORATED TERRITORY OF THE CITY OF LAKE WALES, AS SHOWN ON ATTACHMENT “A” AND SPECIFICALLY DESCRIBED HEREIN; GIVING THE CITY OF LAKE WALES JURISDICTION OVER THE LAND ANNEXED; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. OPENED PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED PUBLIC HEARING Commissioner Thompson made a motion to adopt ORDINANCE 2024-45 after 2nd reading and public hearing. Commissioner Williams seconded the motion. by roll call vote: Commissioner Thompson "YES" Commissioner Williams "YES" Commissioner Gillespie "YES" Deputy Mayor Gibson "YES" Mayor Hilligoss "YES" Motion approved 5-0. 7.V. ORDINANCE 2024-46 UHAUL Land Use - 2nd Reading And Public Hearing [Begin Agenda Memo] SYNOPSIS: Contineo Group, LLC, on behalf of owners, Greg & Ayeshia Hendrix, is requesting approval of City Commission, for the Annexation of 4.14+/- acres of land, a Small-Scale Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment to assign 4.14+/- acres of land a Future Land Use designation of LCI Limited Commercial Industrial, and a Zoning Map Amendment to assign 4.14+/- acres of land a Zoning designation of LCI Limited Commercial Industrial. RECOMMENDATION: Staff supports approval City Commission for the Annexation, Future Land Use, and Zoning Map Amendments, as recommended by the Planning and Zoning Board designation of LCI Limited Commercial Industrial, and a Zoning Map Amendment to assign 4.14+/- acres of land a Zoning designation of LCI Limited Commercial Industrial. RECOMMENDATION: Staff supports approval City Commission for the Annexation, Future Land Use, and Zoning Map Amendments, as recommended by the Planning and Zoning Board at a regular meeting on November 26, finding that the property is within our Utility Service Area, and finding that the zoning and land use designations support the proposed development and are compatible with the surrounding area. At the same November 26 meeting, the Planning and Zoning Board approved a Major Site Plan for a U-HAUL Moving and Self-Storage Facility, contingent upon adoption of these ordinances by City Commission. BACKGROUND: History: The subject vacant property is located in unincorporated Polk County, east of US Highway 27 and adjacent to the Parc at Lake Wales multi-family development underway. Proposed Development: The Planning and Zoning Board approved the construction of one one-story 13,239SF building and loading dock, and one three-story 27,348SF (footprint – total GSF is 82,044) building. The site will operate as a self-storage facility, including U-Haul truck and trailer sharing. Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Element: LCI Limited Commercial Industrial The primary function of the Limited Commercial-Industrial classification is to allow low traffic generating commercial and industrial uses fronting on major roadways that will not result in commercial strip development. Location criteria: This classification will be used along major roadways outside of Commercial Activity Centers (CACs) and Regional Activity Centers (RACs). Typical uses/intensity: auto dealerships, storage facilities, light manufacturing and assembly plants. Types of uses not appropriate to LCI areas are high traffic generating uses such as retail stores, gasoline stations, banks, and restaurants. Up to 200,000 GLA. Maximum FAR .60. Development criteria: Cross access easements shall be required. Zoning District Classifications LCI Limited Commercial-Industrial district. This district is designed to permit a mix of commercial and industrial uses. Staff Findings: 1. The site is located within the City’s utility service area and will maximize existing infrastructure investments by connecting to municipal water and sewer. 2. The proposed map amendments are compatible with the Comprehensive Plan and Land Development Regulations. 3. The area is infill in nature and may potentially serve the new residential units underway to the east. 4. Approval of the Major Site Plan by Planning and Zoning Board shall be contingent upon adoption of the annexation and map amendments by City Commission. FISCAL IMPACT Approval of the site plan would allow for the development of the site and may increase property value.  4. Approval of the Major Site Plan by Planning and Zoning Board shall be contingent upon adoption of the annexation and map amendments by City Commission. FISCAL IMPACT Approval of the site plan would allow for the development of the site and may increase property value. [End Agenda Memo] Jennifer Nanek, City Clerk, read ORDINANCE 2024-46 by title only. ORDINANCE 2024-46 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LAKE WALES, AMENDING THE FUTURE LAND USE MAP OF THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN TO CHANGE LAND USE DESIGNATIONS ON APPROXIMATELY 4+/- ACRES OF LAND EAST OF HIGHWAY 27 FROM COUNTY DESIGNATIONS LCC LINEAR COMMERCIAL CORRIDOR, TO CITY OF LAKE WALES DESIGNATION LCI LIMITED COMMERCIAL INDUSTRIAL; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. OPENED PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED PUBLIC HEARING Commissioner Gillespie made a motion to adopt ORDINANCE 2024-46 after 2nd reading and public hearing. Commissioner Williams seconded the motion. by roll call vote: Commissioner Gillespie "YES" Commissioner Williams "YES" Commissioner Thompson "YES" Deputy Mayor Gibson "YES" Mayor Hilligoss "YES" Motion approved 5-0. 7.VI. ORDINANCE 2024-47 UHAUL Zoning - 2nd Reading And Public Hearing [Begin Agenda Memo] SYNOPSIS: Contineo Group, LLC, on behalf of owners, Greg & Ayeshia Hendrix, is requesting approval of City Commission, for the Annexation of 4.14+/- acres of land, a Small-Scale Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment to assign 4.14+/- acres of land a Future Land Use designation of LCI Limited Commercial Industrial, and a Zoning Map Amendment to assign 4.14+/- acres of land a Zoning designation of LCI Limited Commercial Industrial. RECOMMENDATION: Staff supports approval City Commission for the Annexation, Future Land Use, and Zoning Map Amendments, as recommended by the Planning and Zoning Board at a regular meeting on November 26, finding that the property is within our Utility Service Area, and finding that the zoning and land use designations support the proposed development and 4.14+/- acres of land a Zoning designation of LCI Limited Commercial Industrial. RECOMMENDATION: Staff supports approval City Commission for the Annexation, Future Land Use, and Zoning Map Amendments, as recommended by the Planning and Zoning Board at a regular meeting on November 26, finding that the property is within our Utility Service Area, and finding that the zoning and land use designations support the proposed development and are compatible with the surrounding area. At the same November 26 meeting, the Planning and Zoning Board approved a Major Site Plan for a U-HAUL Moving and Self-Storage Facility, contingent upon adoption of these ordinances by City Commission. BACKGROUND: History: The subject vacant property is located in unincorporated Polk County, east of US Highway 27 and adjacent to the Parc at Lake Wales multi-family development underway. Proposed Development: The Planning and Zoning Board approved the construction of one one-story 13,239SF building and loading dock, and one three-story 27,348SF (footprint – total GSF is 82,044) building. The site will operate as a self-storage facility, including U-Haul truck and trailer sharing. Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Element: LCI Limited Commercial Industrial The primary function of the Limited Commercial-Industrial classification is to allow low traffic generating commercial and industrial uses fronting on major roadways that will not result in commercial strip development. Location criteria: This classification will be used along major roadways outside of Commercial Activity Centers (CACs) and Regional Activity Centers (RACs). Typical uses/intensity: auto dealerships, storage facilities, light manufacturing and assembly plants. Types of uses not appropriate to LCI areas are high traffic generating uses such as retail stores, gasoline stations, banks, and restaurants. Up to 200,000 GLA. Maximum FAR .60. Development criteria: Cross access easements shall be required. Zoning District Classifications LCI Limited Commercial-Industrial district. This district is designed to permit a mix of commercial and industrial uses. Staff Findings: 1. The site is located within the City’s utility service area and will maximize existing infrastructure investments by connecting to municipal water and sewer. 2. The proposed map amendments are compatible with the Comprehensive Plan and Land Development Regulations. 3. The area is infill in nature and may potentially serve the new residential units underway to the east. 4. Approval of the Major Site Plan by Planning and Zoning Board shall be contingent upon adoption of the annexation and map amendments by City Commission. FISCAL IMPACT Approval of the site plan would allow for the development of the site and may increase property value.  adoption of the annexation and map amendments by City Commission. FISCAL IMPACT Approval of the site plan would allow for the development of the site and may increase property value. [End Agenda Memo] Jennifer Nanek, City Clerk, read ORDINANCE 2024-47 by title only. ORDINANCE 2024-47 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LAKE WALES, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE ZONING MAP TO ASSIGN ZONING DESIGNATIONS ON APPROXIMATELY 4+/- ACRES OF LAND EAST OF HIGHWAY 27, FROM COUNTY DESIGNATIONS LCC LIMITED COMMERCIAL CORRIDOR, TO CITY OF LAKE WALES DESIGNATION LCI LIMITED COMMERCIAL INDUSTRIAL; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. OPENED PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED PUBLIC HEARING Commissioner Thompson made a motion to adopt ORDINANCE 2024-47 after 2nd reading and public hearing. Commissioner Gillespie seconded the motion. by roll call vote: Commissioner Thompson "YES" Commissioner Gillespie "YES" Commissioner Williams "YES" Deputy Mayor Gibson "YES" Mayor Hilligoss "YES" Motion approved 5-0. 8. NEW BUSINESS 9. CITY ATTORNEY Albert Galloway, Jr., City Attorney, reported that the purchase of the property for the fire station has been completed. 10. CITY MANAGER James Slaton, City Manager, said the street repaving is continuing and will be done Friday. Tillman Ave is included. Commissioner Thompson said they are on Johnson now. Mr. Slaton said 23 streets will be completed since December. Mr. Slaton reported that the Government Finance Officers Association reported that we won their budget and audit awards. Mr. Slaton said there is a Panara Bread opening on the 15th. That was built fast.  Mr. Slaton reported that the Government Finance Officers Association reported that we won their budget and audit awards. Mr. Slaton said there is a Panara Bread opening on the 15th. That was built fast. Mr. Slaton said he is working with the Mardi Gras Committee to include the reopened Park Avenue as part of the parade route to show off the new downtown. So that may come back to Commission. Commissioner Gillespie asked about the linear park and sculpture garden. Mr. Slaton said its coming along and looking beautiful. Commissioner Gillespie asked about the Scenic Hwy Anniversary celebration in February. Is the City involved in this? Mr. Slaton said yes and that Jennifer Nanek, City Clerk, is the City representative to this. 10.I. Commission Meeting Calendar 11. CITY COMMISSION COMMENTS Commissioner Gillespie said she is looking forward to the Mardi Gras celebration and is glad the City is participating. Commissioner Thompson said he agreed with the possible route change to help our downtown and the businesses downtown. He said the linear park is looking beautiful. Our staff is doing a great job. Commissioner Thompson said that issuing proclamations is part of the Mayor's job. The Commission doesn't have the authority to change this as it is in the charter. Deputy Mayor Gibson said there has been some bad conduct during comments and petitions. He said he is glad that the comments earlier were courteous but cautioned that there should not engage in back and forth discussions between citizens, commission and staff. Citizens should address questions to staff outside of the Commission meeting. We don't need to have discussions deteriorate into arguments during a meeting. 12. MAYOR COMMENTS Mayor Hilligoss said he is looking forward to 2025. Keep up the good work. 13. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 6:38 p.m. _______________________ Mayor ATTEST: _______________________ City Clerk