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110 SE Watula Avenue Ocala Ocala, FL 34471 City Council www.ocalafl.org Minutes Tuesday, July 5, 2022 4:00 PM 1. Call to Order a. Opening Ceremony 1. Invocation - Chaplain Gene Kenney 2. Pledge of Allegiance b. Welcome and Roll Call Present: Mayor Reuben Kent Guinn Pro Tem James P. Hilty Sr Council Member Kristen M. Dreyer Council President Ire J. Bethea Sr Excused: Council Member Barry Mansfield Council Member Jay A. Musleh Municipal Officers/Others Present: The meeting was also attended by Interim City Manager Pete Lee, Assistant City Attorney Patrick Gilligan, City Clerk Angel Jacobs, Deputy City Clerk Pamela Omichinski, Fire Chief Clint Welborn, Police Chief Michael Balken, Director of Utility Doug Peebles, Internal Auditor Randall Bridgeman, Growth Management Director Tye Chighizola, Multimedia & Communication Coordinator Danielle Dyals, Director of Airport Matthew Grow, Budget Director Tammi Haslam, Assistant Director Water Resources Rusella Bowes-Johnson, City Engineer & Director of Water Resources Sean Lanier, Director Public Works Darren Park, Director of Telecommunications Mel Poole, Director of Parks & Recreation Preston Pooser, Director of Finance Emory Roberts, Interim Chief of Staff Chris Watt, Procurement & Contracting Officer Daphne Robinson, Recreation Division Head John Spencer, Ocala Police Dept Representative, IT Representative and other interested parties. c. New Employees - April Adolf - Clerk's Office - Tayler Russell - Fire - Stephen Santana - Electric - James Blizzard - Public Works - Mekhi Ewing - Public Works - Molly Allen - Water Resources - Victoria Egan - Water Resources - Ariana Ramos - Water Resources - Kaitlyn Sostre - Water Resources - Kinley Varner - Water Resources 2. Public Notice Page 1 of 14 City Council Minutes July 5, 2022 Public Notice for the July 5, 2022 City Council Regular Meeting was posted on June 1, 2022 3. Proclamations & Awards 3a. Recreation and Parks Month Proclamation will be presented to Preston Pooser, Recreation and Parks Director Mayor Guinn presented a proclamation for Recreation & Parks Month. He discussed how the Recreation & Parks Department supports the quality of life in the community. The City proclaims July 2022, as Recreation & Parks Month. Director of Parks & Recreation Preston Pooser thanked Mayor Guinn and Council for the proclamation award. 4. Presentations 5. Public Comments 6. Public Hearings 6a. Approve the sale of beer wine and liquor for on-premise consumption for Roma Italian Restaurant of Ocala, LLC d/b/a Roma Italian located at 2775 NW 49th Ave #201 (Quasi-Judicial) Growth Management Director Tye Chighizola commented the City is reviewing a new application for an alcohol beverage license near the Publix located on US 27. The new location requires a permit to serve alcohol, and staff recommends approval. There being no further discussion the motion carried by roll call vote. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: James P. Hilty Sr SECONDER: Kristen M. Dreyer AYE: Hilty Sr, Dreyer, and Bethea Sr ABSENT: Mansfield, and Musleh 6b. Approve the sale of beer wine and liquor for on-premise consumption for Tokyo Sushi, LLC d/b/a Tokyo Sushi located at 2775 NW 49th Ave #105 & 106 (Quasi-Judicial) Growth Management Director Tye Chighizola noted staff recommends approval. There being no further discussion the motion carried by roll call vote. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: Kristen M. Dreyer SECONDER: James P. Hilty Sr AYE: Hilty Sr, Dreyer, and Bethea Sr Page 2 of 14 City Council Minutes July 5, 2022 ABSENT: Mansfield, and Musleh 6c. Open a public hearing to transmit to the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity an amendment to Policy 18.17 of the Future Land Use Element by removing the restriction on the number of units and the owner occupancy requirement (FLUP22-44798) Motion amended: Opened a public hearing and approved to transmit to the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity an amendment to Policy 18.17 of the Future Land Use Element by removing the restriction on the number of units and the owner occupancy requirement (FLUP22-44798) Growth Management Director Tye Chighizola commented this transmittal policy dates back to 2007. The property is located on the north side of 35th, and the property was intended to match the County's land use of up to 8-units per acre. The applicant is looking to combine this property with two pieces in the County which would be annexed, as well as remove two restrictions that had been originally placed on the property: homeownership and unit restriction. The 8-units per acre will be increased to 12-units per acre. The City will address the traffic/access issues as the development project moves forward. To note, the staff report states the owner occupancy will not change; however, the owner occupancy will be changing (redlined version illustrates changes). The Planning & Zoning Commission is aware of the proposed changes. Assistant City Attorney Gooding explained the requirement of a text amendment. A text amendment allows the City to impose additional requirements upon a property. In past conversations with the City, he was against removing the polices; however, he supports removing the policies going forward. Mr. Chighizola commented the City does not support completely eliminating the text amendment policy, which are reviewed on a case-by-case basis. If Council agreed to eliminate the two conditions, the policy will be eliminated. He explained additional conditions can be discussed or placed on the property at the final adoption hearing. Council President Bethea recommended addressing the matter during the second hearing. Mr. Chighizola commented the recommendation is to eliminate the density and keep the owner occupancy until the adoption hearing. Austin Dailey, 40 SE 11th Avenue, stated he is speaking on behalf of the applicant. The plan is to annex two County parcels into the City to create one development project. The applicant is requesting Council remove the policy amendment, established in 2008, regarding an 8-unit cap and owner occupancy requirement. To note, the development will consist of rental units at 12-units per acre. Tonight, Council is considering a transmittal of an amendment, which will come back before Council for adoption. Debra Williams, 3740 SW 56th Court, expressed concern regarding density and school overcrowding. She questioned why the City is not building more roadways to mitigate traffic before approving development projects. Interim City Manager Pete Lee responded Page 3 of 14 City Council Minutes July 5, 2022 the applicant will be required to perform a traffic study to determine potential impacts. Furthermore, the School Board is responsible for managing school concurrency by utilizing a County wide system. Mr. Chighizola commented the City recommends removal of owner occupancy. He explained how the City matches the County density to avoid State/DOT review. Council President Bethea noted the project has a lot of moving parts. The City will continue collaborating with other entities as the proposed development project progresses. Mr. Dailey commented a traffic study will be performed for the proposed development project, and Council is only considering approval of transmittal at this time. There being no further discussion the motion carried by roll call vote. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: Kristen M. Dreyer SECONDER: James P. Hilty Sr AYE: Hilty Sr, Dreyer, and Bethea Sr ABSENT: Mansfield, and Musleh 7. Second and Final Reading of Ordinances (All are Public Hearings) 7a. Adopt Ordinance 2022-62 approving an amendment to the Future Land Use Policy (18.4) for approximately 61.39 acres of property located at the east side of SW 60th Avenue, between SW 31st Street and SW 38th Street (Case FLUP22-44631) Introduced By: James P. Hilty Sr President Bethea opened the Public Hearing at 4:25 p.m. The City Clerk filed proof of publication for Ordinance 2022-62 (Legal Ad 7432333). The City Clerk read the ordinance titles into the record Growth Management Director Tye Chighizola commented the applicant is requesting Council postpone discussion to the next City Council meeting scheduled on July 19, 2022. Council agreed to postpone discussion. RESULT: NO VOTE TAKEN MOVER: James P. Hilty Sr SECONDER: Kristen M. Dreyer Page 4 of 14 City Council Minutes July 5, 2022 Postpone adoption of Ordinance 2022-62 approving an amendment to the Future Land Use Policy (18.4) for approximately 61.39 acres of property located at the east side of SW 60th Avenue, between SW 31st Street and SW 38th Street (Case FLUP22-44631) There being no further discussion the motion carried by roll call vote. RESULT: POSTPONED MOVER: Kristen M. Dreyer SECONDER: James P. Hilty Sr AYE: Hilty Sr, Dreyer, and Bethea Sr EXCUSED: Mansfield, and Musleh 8. General Business 8a. Approve interlocal lease agreement through September 30, 2043, with Marion County for branch library services at the Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place with an annual receivable amount of $1.00 Mayor Guinn requested an update on the naming rights. He suggested naming the library after Erin Jackson; however, the County preferred naming a playground after Ms. Jackson. Recreation Division Head John Spencer responded the County is taking name recommendations for the library. To note, City employee Ramona Williams is on the naming committee, and a public meeting was held last week to discuss the naming process. The Review Committee will be presenting the name recommendations to the County, who will make the final decision. Furthermore, the library is considered a County Library. Council President Bethea noted a public meeting was held last week to discuss the naming recommendations. The County is not in favor of naming the library after an individual. There being no further discussion the motion carried by roll call vote. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: Kristen M. Dreyer SECONDER: James P. Hilty Sr 8b. Approve a one-year contract renewal with Icon Consulting & Design LLC for third-party pole loading analysis and services for Ocala Electric Utility in the estimated amount of $421,900 Electric Utility Director Doug Peebles stated this project for the installation of 7,200 pole attachments will be reimbursed 100% by CenturyLink Lumen. Mr. Peebles noted staff recommends approval. Council President Bethea requested clarification on the attachments. Director of Electric Utility Doug Peebles responded the attachments are similar to the fiber/telephone cable attachments. The attachments will be used to supply broadband service to residents. Page 5 of 14 City Council Minutes July 5, 2022 There being no further discussion the motion carried by roll call vote. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: James P. Hilty Sr SECONDER: Kristen M. Dreyer 8c. Adopt Budget Resolution 2022-158 amending the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 budget to support expenditures for the fire fee reimbursement process that requires a transfer from the General Fund Reserve for Contingencies account totaling $200,000 There being no discussion the motion carried by roll call vote. RESULT: ADOPTED MOVER: James P. Hilty Sr SECONDER: Kristen M. Dreyer AYE: Hilty Sr, Dreyer, and Bethea Sr ABSENT: Mansfield, and Musleh 8d. Approve Letter of Intent with Michael P. Wood to develop approximately 64 acres of airport property with the intent to construct an aviation themed luxury R.V. park Mayor Guinn requested clarification regarding the location of the proposed development project. Airport Director Matthew Grow responded the development project will take place on the north end of the Airport, between the cross-wind runway and SR 40, and the applicant will be leasing the property. He presented a map to Council, depicting future development of commercial and T-Hangars in the area. Furthermore, the agreement will dedicate T-Hangars towards the R.V. development. Council President Pro Tem Hilty requested clarification on the proposed request. Mr. Grow explained the letter of intent (LOI) grants the City 90-days to draft a lease agreement. The Ocala Airport is requesting approval to proceed forward with the request, not approve the development. There being no further discussion the motion carried by roll call vote. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: James P. Hilty Sr SECONDER: Kristen M. Dreyer 8e. Approve sale of seven acres of non-aviation property at the Ocala International Airport to Boyd-Mox Development LLC for $700,000 Motion amended: Approve sale of seven acres of non-aviation property at the Ocala International Airport to Boyd-Mox Development LLC for $700,000, subject to receiving FAA approval during the inspection period Mayor Guinn asked if the buyer is requesting to purchase the property for $700,000. Airport Director Matthew Grow responded yes. Page 6 of 14 City Council Minutes July 5, 2022 Mayor Guinn commented the Ocala Airport is receiving a great return on investment. He questioned if the sale revenue can be allocated towards commercial development. Airport Director Matthew Grow responded the sale revenue will be allocated towards the Airport budget to support future development projects over the next 5-years. Mayor Guinn stated he supports the request. Assistant City Attorney Gooding commented the FAA approval is not referenced in the agreement. The process consists of a 90-day inspection period, followed by a permitting period. He asked when the Ocala Airport will receive FAA approval. Mr. Grow responded 3-months. Assistant City Attorney Gooding asked if the buyer would agree with adding additional language regarding the contract contingent upon the City receiving FAA approval during the inspection period. Thad Boyd, 6886 SE 12th Terrace, Ocala, FL, stated they agree with adding additional language to the contract. There being no further discussion the motion carried by roll call vote. RESULT: APPROVED AS AMENDED MOVER: James P. Hilty Sr SECONDER: Kristen M. Dreyer AYE: Hilty Sr, Dreyer, and Bethea Sr ABSENT: Mansfield, and Musleh 8f. Approve one-year renewal for concrete sidewalk trip hazard repairs with Precision Sidewalk Safety Corp. in the amount of $75,000 There being no discussion the motion carried by roll call vote. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: James P. Hilty Sr SECONDER: Kristen M. Dreyer AYE: Hilty Sr, Dreyer, and Bethea Sr ABSENT: Mansfield, and Musleh 8g. Approve up to an additional $16,000 to complete the actuary’s report addressing pension costs and reform options for a total cost of up to $66,000. Council President Pro Tem Hilty commented the City received an apology letter from Gabriel, Roeder, Smith, and Company (GRS), and the original contract commitment was $50,000. Interim Chief of Staff Chris Watt commented the contract states GRS will perform the Page 7 of 14 City Council Minutes July 5, 2022 study with an estimated cost of $50,000, and they must receive approval from the City to exceed $50,000. Mayor Guinn asked if the City knew about the issue. Mr. Watt responded yes, the company stated they could not get an accurate valuation. The City has done business with GRS for several years. Mayor Guinn expressed concern regarding GRS not receiving permission to exceed $50,000. Mr. Watt responded GRS sincerely apologizes for not seeking approval from the City. There being no further discussion the motion carried by roll call vote. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: Kristen M. Dreyer SECONDER: James P. Hilty Sr AYE: Hilty Sr, Dreyer, and Bethea Sr ABSENT: Mansfield, and Musleh 8h. Approve an amendment to Heath Preserve Subdivision Developer’s Agreement Motion amended: Approve an amendment to Heath Preserve Subdivision Developer’s Agreement, including twenty-five model homes Growth Management Director Tye Chighizola commented the applicant is requesting the City allow 100 model homes; however, the City normally allows for 10 model homes. The applicant’s proposed request will burden City staff, and staff recommends allowing a maximum of 25 model homes. Council President Bethea concurs with Mr. Chighizola. Council Member Dreyer questioned if the agreement would need to be amended to state 25 model homes. Mr. Chighizola responded the motion before Council is to amend the agreement to 25 model homes. Council can choose to proceed with 100 model homes and charge additional labor fees. Council Member Dreyer stated she favors capping the building permits at 25 as to not further burden the department. Assistant City Attorney Gooding stated he represents the developer regarding other legal matters unrelated to this issue. There being no further discussion the motion carried by roll call vote. RESULT: APPROVED AS AMENDED MOVER: James P. Hilty Sr SECONDER: Kristen M. Dreyer Page 8 of 14 City Council Minutes July 5, 2022 AYE: Hilty Sr, Dreyer, and Bethea Sr ABSENT: Mansfield, and Musleh 9. Consent Agenda Consent Agenda items are considered to be routine and will be enacted by one roll call vote. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless members of Council or the public request specific items to be removed for separate discussion and action. RESULT: APPROVED THE CONSENT AGENDA MOVER: James P. Hilty Sr SECONDER: Kristen M. Dreyer AYE: Hilty Sr, Dreyer, and Bethea Sr EXCUSED: Mansfield, and Musleh 9a. Adopt Budget Resolution 2022-157 amending the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 budget transferring funds from the General Fund Reserve for Contingencies account to support additional expenditures to complete the actuary report addressing pension costs and reform in the amount of $16,000. 9b. Adopt Budget Resolution 2022-159 amending the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 budget to appropriate funds for the Levitt AMP Concert Series to be held at Webb Field at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Recreational Complex in the amount of $25,000 9c. Adopt Budget Resolution 2022-160 amending the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 budget to accept and appropriate funds from CenturyLink/Lumen for the Fiber to Home project in the amount of $374,400 9d. Approve contract for rehabilitation of the Richardson residence located on NE Second Avenue to R&R Builders, LLC for a total project cost not to exceed $83,125 9e. Approve 705 Broadway Townhomes Final Plat 9f. Approve Regular Meeting City Council Minutes for June 21, 2022 10. Consent Agenda Items Held for Discussion Should any items be removed from the Consent Agenda for discussion, they will be discussed at this time. 11. Introduction and First Reading of Ordinances (Second and Final Reading - July 19, 2022) 11a. Introduce Ordinance 2022-63 concerning a rezoning to PD, Planned Development, and an associated PD plan and standards book for approximately 88.73 acres of property located northeast of the intersection of SW 7th Avenue and SW 32nd Street (Case PD21-44550) (Quasi-Judicial) Introduced By: James P. Hilty Sr 11b. Introduce Ordinance 2022-64 concerning a rezoning from No Zoning to PD, Planned Development, and an associated PD plan for approximately 12.37 acres of property located on Southwest 48th Avenue, within the Fore Ranch development, east of Page 9 of 14 City Council Minutes July 5, 2022 Southwest 48th Ave and directly south of the Cimarron Subdivision (Case PD22-44526) (Quasi-Judicial) Introduced By: Kristen M. Dreyer 11c. Introduce Ordinance 2022-65 concerning a rezoning from MH, Mobile Home Park district and RO, Residential-Office district to R-3, Multi-Family Residential for certain properties located on portions of parcel numbers 26700-000-00, 26697-000-00, and parcels 26697-002-00, and 26697-003-00 (Case ZON22-44774) (Quasi-Judicial) Introduced By: James P. Hilty Sr 11d. Introduce Ordinance 2022-66 concerning a zoning change from R-1A, Single-Family Residential, to R-1AA, Single-Family Residential, for approximately 4.23 acres of property located in portions of Blocks 7, 10, 11, and 15 of Marion Heights Subdivision along NW 1st, 3rd and 4th Avenues and NW 15th Place (Case ZON21-44500) (Quasi-Judicial) Introduced By: James P. Hilty Sr 11e. Introduce Ordinance 2022-67 concerning a rezoning from R-1A, Single-Family Residential, to GU-Government Use, for approximately 0.73 acres of property located in a portion of Block 10 of the Marion Heights Subdivision along NW 15th Place (Case ZON22-44711) (Quasi-Judicial) Introduced By: Kristen M. Dreyer 11f. Introduce Ordinance 2022-68 annexing approximately 9.32 acres located between SW 44th Avenue and SW 46th Avenue in the 400 block (Case ANX22-44776) Introduced By: James P. Hilty Sr 11g. Introduce Ordinance 2022-69 amending the Future Land Use Designation from Commerce District (County) to Employment Center (City) for approximately 9.32 acres of property located between SW 44th Avenue and SW 46th Avenue in the 400 block (Case LUC22-44777) Introduced By: Kristen M. Dreyer 11h. Introduce Ordinance 2022-70 concerning a rezoning from M-2, Heavy Industrial (County), to M-2 Medium Industrial (City), for approximately 9.32 acres of property located between SW 44th Avenue and SW 46th Avenue in the 400 block (Case ZON22-44778) (Quasi-Judicial) Introduced By: James P. Hilty Sr 11i. Introduce Ordinance 2022-71 amending the Form-Based Code by revising signage requirements for thoroughfare streets (Case COD22-44819) Introduced By: James P. Hilty Sr 12. Internal Auditor's Report 12a. Internal Audit Report Issued – Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles Memorandum of Understanding HSMV-0568-21 Internal Auditor Randall Bridgeman provided a brief overview of the internal audit Page 10 of 14 City Council Minutes July 5, 2022 report. The report is in compliance with the Florida Highway Safety & Motor Vehicles Memorandum of Understanding. The report allows the City to do a daily exchange between the Growth Management Department and Parking Enforcement Services. He explained how the parking data is exchanged. The report includes deficiencies which were cleared up in a timely manner, and no additional follow-up is needed. The letter was transmitted to the State of Florida last Friday, and the City is waiting to receive feedback from the State. To note, the deadline to submit the letter was July 20, 2022. He thanked the Growth Management Department and IT Department for their hard work. 13. City Manager's Report Animal Control Interlocal Agreement Update Interim City Manager Pete Lee commented the City sent a redline of the Animal Control Agreement to the County and scheduled a meeting with the Assistant County Administrator on Friday, July 8, 2022, to discuss the redline agreement. He will provide Council with an update.. Golf Cart Ordinance Update – Two Public Information Sessions to be held in August Interim City Manager Pete Lee commented the City completed modifications to the draft Golf Cart Ordinance map. Two public information sessions will be scheduled in August, to discuss the golf cart expansion project. Continuum of Care Agreement meeting scheduled on July 25, 2022 Interim City Manager Pete Lee commented the City scheduled a meeting with the County Administrator to discuss the Continuum of Care agreement on Monday, July 25, 2022. The goal is to receive feedback regarding the Office of Homeless Prevention efforts in the community. Virtual meeting with FDOT scheduled on July 11, 2022 to discuss distribution of funds for NW/SW 44th Avenue Project Interim City Manager Pete Lee commented the City will meet with FDOT to discuss distribution of funds for NW/SW 44th Avenue Project. The City has reviewed 90% of the development plans. Interim City Manager Pete Lee out of office – July 7, 2022 to July 13, 2022 Interim City Manager Pete Lee commented Assistant City Manager Ken Whitehead will be acting as the City Manager during his absence from July 7, 2022 to July 13, 2022. Mayor Guinn requested an update on the Point-in-Time (PIT) numbers. Mr. Lee responded he will retrieve the information. Page 11 of 14 City Council Minutes July 5, 2022 Mayor Guinn commented his goal is to remedy the homeless population issue in the City. Mr. Lee responded the City is working hard to provide more resources to remedy the homeless population issue, such as housing opportunities. Mayor Guinn spoke on increased criminal activity at homeless camps. Council President Bethea spoke on the importance of entities working together to combat homelessness. Council President Pro Tem Hilty concurs with Mayor Guinn. He believes the services being provided are enabling the homeless population. Council President Bethea discussed how Asheville, NC, has a huge homeless population issue. He noted the City will continue working hard to combat homelessness in Ocala. 14. Police and Fire Department Report Police Chief Mike Balken – Public Safety Opioid Response Efforts Police Chief Balken discussed the public safety Opioid response efforts for June 19, 2022 to July 4, 2022. The Police Departments Opioid response efforts 11, overdose deaths 0, Narcan leave behind 2 and Amnesty participation 7. Fire Chief Clint Welborn – Public Safety Opioid Response Efforts & Community Paramedicine Fire Chief Welborn discussed the public safety Opioid response efforts and community paramedicine program. The overdose response efforts 18, overdose deaths 0 and Narcan leave behind 1. For the month of July, 355 people have enrolled in the Opioid Recovery Project and they had a total of 159 community paramedicine graduates. The Narcan leave behind for the OD2A Program amounts to 18 participants and 3,000 unit responses. Furthermore, for the month June, the Fire Department received 423 service calls. 15. Mayor's Report Mayor Guinn shared his experience attending the Yale Mayors College and CEO Summit, as well as a Manufacturing Event for the Fire Industry with Council Member Hilty Mayor Guinn shared his experience attending the Yale Mayors College & CEO Summit. The attendees shared ideas, and the Ukraine President encouraged CEO's to stop doing business with Russia. Furthermore, he attended a Fire Manufacturing Event with Council President Pro Tem Hilty. He found it very intriguing to learn about the manufacturing taking place in the community and new technology developments. 16. City Attorney's Report Page 12 of 14 City Council Minutes July 5, 2022 17. Informational Items 17a. Calendaring Items 17a1. Community Redevelopment Area Agency Meeting - July 19, 2022 - 3:45pm 17b. Comments by Mayor Mayor Guinn commented on the condition of SE 5th Street Mayor Guinn requested the City repave SE 5th Street, which is in great need of improvements. The residents in the area of SE 18th Avenue requested the City establish speed tables to slow down traffic. City Engineer/Director Water Resources Sean Lanier commented SE 5th Street is included on the resurfacing list for next fiscal year. The repaving project is part of an annual contract, and he will provide regular updates to Council. Furthermore, the City has discussed narrowing the roadway to reduce vehicles speeding on SE 18th Avenue. Mayor Guinn stated he favors adding speed tables in the area. Interim City Manager Pete Lee spoke on the speeding issues in the area. Furthermore, the City is evaluating speed table impacts on motorcycles. He requested Mr. Lanier draft design proposals for Council to review. 17c. Comments by Council Members Council Member Dreyer commented on the PCA rate increase and citizen concerns Council Member Dreyer asked if the PCA rate increase doubled electric bills for residents in Ocala. Interim City Manager Pete Lee explained how the City corrected the PCA rate error, which will be credited on next month’s billing cycle for customers. The City has reviewed many bills and the increase related to the PCA rate increase is in line with expectations. Unfortunately, the rate increase coincided with a hotter than average month of June, which also elevated bills due to the increase energy usage such as air conditioning. Council Member Dreyer commented on the lack of local public fireworks events and discussed partnering with the County and/or CEP Council Member Dreyer commented on the lack of local public fireworks events and suggested partnering with the County and/or CEP. Interim City Manager Pete Lee responded he will report back with cost estimates for Council to review. Council President Bethea concurs with Council Member Dreyer's comments regarding public fireworks events. He requested the City contact CEP to discuss a partnership for public fireworks. Mayor Guinn stated the City used to have a fireworks float in Tuscawilla. Page 13 of 14 City Council Minutes July 5, 2022 Interim City Manager Pete Lee commented he will report back to Council with more information on fireworks partnerships. Council Member Hilty commented on complaints regarding higher electric bills Council Member Hilty commented he received numerous complaints from the public expressing concern regarding their electric bill; however, the complaints were resolved by the Electric Utility Department. Interim City Manager Pete Lee commented the City will continue to follow up with residents regarding their electric bill concerns. Council President Bethea spoke on how inflation is impacting the public. Council Member Hilty thanked the Director of Electric Utility Doug Peebles and City staff for restoring power in the Fort King area. Council President Bethea complimented Chief Balken on "Who's in the Box" dramatization Council President Bethea complimented Chief Balken on "Who's in the Box" dramatization. The event had a high attendance rate of 500-600 people, and the target age range was between 13-18 years of age. Furthermore, several organizations were in attendance offering resources to families. The City is working hard to combat violence in the community and support the youth. Police Chief Balken spoke on the importance of combating violence in the community. Council President Bethea thanked Mr. Preston Pooser and City staff for hosting a successful Levitt AMP series 17d. Informational 17d1. Power Cost Adjustment Report - May 2022 17d2. Executed Contracts Under $50,000 18. Adjournment Adjourned at 5:40 p.m. Minutes _______________________________ ________________________________ Ire Bethea Sr. Angel B. Jacobs Council President City Clerk Page 14 of 14