City Council
Regular MeetingPalm Coast, FL · March 21, 2023
Minutes
City Hall
City of Palm Coast 160 Lake Avenue
Minutes Palm Coast, FL 32164
www.palmcoastgov.com
COUNCIL BUSINESS
MEETING
Mayor David Alfin
Vice Mayor Ed Danko
Council Member Theresa Carli Pontieri
Council Member Cathy Heighter
Council Member Nick Klufas
Tuesday, March 21, 2023 9:00 AM COMMUNITY WING
City Staff
Denise Bevan, City Manager
Neysa Borkert, City Attorney
Virginia A. Smith, City Clerk
Public Participation shall be in accordance with Section 286.0114 Florida Statutes.
Other matters of concern may be discussed as determined by City Council.
If you wish to obtain more information regarding the City Council’s agenda, please contact the City Clerk's Office at 386-986-
3713.
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 286.26, Florida Statutes, persons needing a reasonable
accommodation to participate in any of these proceedings or meeting should contact the City Clerk at 386-986-3713, at least
48 hours prior to the meeting.
City Council Meetings are streamed live on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/user/PalmCoastGovTV/live.
It is proper meeting etiquette to silence all electronic devices, including cell phones while meeting is in session.
Any person who decides to appeal any decision of the City Council with respect to any matter considered at this meeting will
need a record of the proceedings, and for such purpose, may need to hire a court reporter to ensure that a verbatim record of
the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.
A CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Alfin called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.
B PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND A MOMENT OF SILENCE
C ROLL CALL
City Clerk Virginia Smith called the roll. All members were present.
D PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
Public Participation shall be held in accordance with Section 286.0114 Florida Statutes. And
pursuant to the City Council’s Meeting Policies and Procedures:
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(1) Each speaker shall at the podium, provide their name and may speak for up to 3 minutes.
(2) The Public may provide comments to the City Council relative to matters not on the
agenda at the times indicated in this Agenda. Following any comments from the public, there
may be discussion by the City Council.
(3) When addressing the City Council on specific, enumerated Agenda items, speakers shall:
(a) direct all comments to the Mayor;
(b) make their comments concise and to the point;
(c) not speak more than once on the same subject;
(d) not, by speech or otherwise, delay or interrupt the proceedings or the peace of the City
Council;
(e) obey the orders of the Mayor or the City Council; and
(f) not make any irrelevant, impertinent or slanderous comments while addressing the City
Council; which pursuant to Council rules, shall be considered disorderly.
(4) Any person who becomes disorderly or who fails to confine his or her comments to the
identified subject or business, shall be cautioned by the Mayor and thereafter must conclude
his or her remarks on the subject within the remaining designated time limit.
Any speaker failing to comply, as cautioned, shall be barred from making any additional
comments during the meeting and may be removed, as necessary, for the remainder of the
meeting.
Members of the public may make comments during the public comment portion of the
meeting. Please be advised that public comment will only be permitted during the public
comment portions of the agenda at the times indicated by the Chair during the meeting.
Rabbi Merrill Shapiro-spoke on the invocation policy issues.
Mike Cocchiola-spoke on invocation policy issues.
Robert MacDonald-attended two weeks ago and spoke on Park safety at Ralph
Carter and Holland Park. I was told someone would get back to me. Nobody
got back with me. Fire Chief responded to Mr. MacDonald. Would like a
response today. How much is a child's life worth?
Carol Gunthorp-spoke on the invocation policy issues.
Bob Tellar-spoke on invocation policy issues.
Mike Martin-Chair for the Board for East Flagler Mosquito Control District.
Invited Council to a tour and a flight of the district area.
Donna Harkins-spoke to the invocation policy issues.
George Mayo-Pep alarm went off while he was away. Used Siri for Pep Alarm.
A little difficult, kept going around and around. Please somehow fix Palm Coast
Siri for push numbers.
E MINUTES
1 MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL:
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MARCH 7, 2023, BUSINESS MEETING
MARCH 14, 2023, WORKSHOP MEETING
March 7, 2023, Business Meeting: A motion was made by Council Member
Klufas to approve, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Danko. Motion passed
unanimously.
March 14, 2023, Workshop: A motion was made by Council Member Carli
Pontieri to approve, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Danko. Motion passed
unanimously.
F APPOINTMENTS
2 APPOINTMENT TO THE PLANNING AND LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATION
BOARD (PLDRB)
Ms. Smith, City Clerk provided a brief overview to this item. Council voted
unanimously by voting sheets, which are attached to these minutes, for David
Ferguson to serve on this Board.
3 APPOINTMENTS TO THE BEAUTIFICATION AND ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY
COMMITTEE (BEAC)
Ms. Smith, City Clerk presented an overview to this item. One applicant was in
attendance and the other emailed the Clerk he was unable to attend due illness.
City Council unanimously appointed both applicants to the Beautification and
Environmental Advisory Committee.
G RESOLUTIONS
4 RESOLUTION 2023-XX ACCEPTING THE ANNUAL COMPREHENSIVE FINANCIAL
REPORT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2022, AS
PRESENTED BY JAMES MOORE & CO., P.L.
R20230028
City Attorney read the title into the record.
Mr. Webb Shephard, from James Moore Co., presented the annual audit for
2022 to City Council.
Council held a discussion with Mr. Shepard: Council topics included: size of firm,
how many local governments does the firm handle, future bidding process in a
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few years, rating offered is the highest rating that can be offered, why the City is
deemed to have a favorable audit (financial position) financial assessment, even
though the long-term debt has increased by $1.5 mil.
For public reference there is positive growth of our community section, on page
10, which provides an economic outlook describing the positive notes our city
has improved upon and page 30, which provides the government-wide overall
financial analysis.
City Council each provided a thank you to the auditor.
Public Comments:
Mike Martin-would like a copy of report.
Pass
Motion made to approve by Council Member Klufas and seconded by Vice
Mayor Danko
Approved - 5 - Mayor David Alfin, Vice Mayor Ed Danko, Council Member Nick
Klufas, Council Member Theresa Carli Pontieri, Council Member Cathy
Heighter
5 RESOLUTION 2023-XX APPROVING THE SUBMISSION OF A FLORIDA INLAND
NAVIGATION DISTRICT (FIND) GRANT APPLICATION FOR THE CONSTRUCTION
OF PHASE 2 WATERFRONT PARK BOAT AND KAYAK LAUNCH PARKING
EXPANSION
R20230034
City Attorney read the title into the record.
Mr. Cote presented to City Council on this item.
Council thanked FIND for their support and assistance as well as staff.
Public Comments:
Robert MacDonald-a grant is money from someone, and it does not have to be
paid back; questioned on matching funds?
The Mayor explained what a match is in government grants. There are different
scales applied in grants.
Mike Martin-spoke of the grant issue brought up by Mr. MacDonald to help
clarify.
Council Member Carli Pontieri provided a suggestion to show the costs broken
down in the future.
Mayor Alfin suggested Mr. Stappleford from FIND speak with Mr. MacDonald on
this issue.
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Mr. Stappleford provided an overview to the grant match issue. This is a state
50/50 grant.
Pass
Motion made to approve by Council Member Carli Pontieri and seconded
by Council Member Klufas
Approved - 5 - Mayor David Alfin, Vice Mayor Ed Danko, Council Member Nick
Klufas, Council Member Theresa Carli Pontieri, Council Member Cathy
Heighter
6 RESOLUTION 2023-XX APPROVING AMENDING THE PARKS & RECREATION
FEE STRUCTURE
R20230029
Pass
Motion made to approve by Vice Mayor Danko and seconded by Council
Member Klufas
Approved - 5 - Mayor David Alfin, Vice Mayor Ed Danko, Council Member Nick
Klufas, Council Member Theresa Carli Pontieri, Council Member Cathy
Heighter
City Attorney read the title into the record.
Mr. James Hirst and Ms. Brittany McDermott presented a brief overview to this
item.
Council topics discussed: Cost recovery at the Tennis Center, Southern
Recreation Center and the Aquatics comes up short, but the programs are
making up for that, encouraging cost recovery. Also, discussed additional usage
at the pool.
Public Comments:
There were none.
H CONSENT
There were no public comments on the consent agenda.
7 RESOLUTION 2023-XX APPROVING THE EAST FLAGLER MOSQUITO CONTROL
DISTRICT LOW LEVEL FLIGHTS AND TO AUTHORIZE THE APPLICATION OF
INSECTICIDES APPROVED AND LABELED FOR MOSQUITO CONTROL BY
CLARKE ENVIRONMENTAL MOSQUITO MANAGEMENT
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Pass
Motion made to be adopted on consent by Vice Mayor Danko and
seconded by Council Member Carli Pontieri
Approved - 5 - Mayor David Alfin, Vice Mayor Ed Danko, Council Member Nick
Klufas, Council Member Theresa Carli Pontieri, Council Member Cathy
Heighter
8 RESOLUTION 2023-XX APPROVING PIGGYBACKING THE ORANGE COUNTY
CONTRACT WITH XYLEM WATER SOLUTIONS USA, INC., FOR THE PURCHASE
OF FLYGT PUMPS, PARTS, AND REPAIRS
R20230032
Pass
Motion made to be adopted on consent by Vice Mayor Danko and
seconded by Council Member Carli Pontieri
Approved - 5 - Mayor David Alfin, Vice Mayor Ed Danko, Council Member Nick
Klufas, Council Member Theresa Carli Pontieri, Council Member Cathy
Heighter
9 RESOLUTION 2023-XX APPROVING AMENDING THE AGREEMENT WITH
PAYMENTUS CORPORATION REVISING THE MASTER SERVICE AGREEMENT
FOR ELECTRONIC PAYMENT SERVICES
R20230031
Pass
Motion made to be adopted on consent by Vice Mayor Danko and
seconded by Council Member Carli Pontieri
Approved - 5 - Mayor David Alfin, Vice Mayor Ed Danko, Council Member Nick
Klufas, Council Member Theresa Carli Pontieri, Council Member Cathy
Heighter
10 RESOLUTION 2023-XX APPROVING A FEDERALLY FUNDED SUBAWARD AND
GRANT AGREEMENT WITH THE FLORIDA DIVISION OF EMERGENCY
MANAGEMENT (FDEM) RELATING TO HURRICANE NICOLE EXPENSES
R20230027
Pass
Motion made to be adopted on consent by Vice Mayor Danko and
seconded by Council Member Carli Pontieri
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Approved - 5 - Mayor David Alfin, Vice Mayor Ed Danko, Council Member Nick
Klufas, Council Member Theresa Carli Pontieri, Council Member Cathy
Heighter
11 RESOLUTION 2023-XX APPROVING PIGGYBACKING THE GENERAL SERVICES
ADMINISTRATION CONTRACT WITH CIVICPLUS, LLC FOR PARKS &
RECREATION MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE
R20230033
Pass
Motion made to be adopted on consent by Vice Mayor Danko and
seconded by Council Member Carli Pontieri
Approved - 5 - Mayor David Alfin, Vice Mayor Ed Danko, Council Member Nick
Klufas, Council Member Theresa Carli Pontieri, Council Member Cathy
Heighter
I PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
Remainder of Public Comments is limited to three (3) minutes each.
Robert MacDonald-spoke on Moment of Silence. Would like it to be for all our
service members of our Country, police officers and fire fighters.
J DISCUSSION BY CITY COUNCIL OF MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA
Vice Mayor Danko-Parks & Recreation Survey. Had a lot of people contact him
this weekend regarding the question "Are you male, female, or what do you
identify as?" What you identify as has nothing to do with what is in that survey.
Pointless, this is woke indoctrination to me. It needs to stop. I will not embrace
this insane liberalism. Never wants to see a question like that again. Many let
him know they were upset by this question. Vice Mayor Danko made a motion
that City Council review the surveys before it is put out to the public, so they can
discuss any issues with the City Manager. Council Member Carli Pontieri would
like to see it as part of a workshop regarding surveys.
Council held a discussion on timeline and Council's review of surveys.
Mayor Alfin agrees it should be reviewed by Council as well. He took exception
with the length of the survey. Council Member Heighter agrees it should be
reviewed by Council. Council Member Klufas agrees as well.
Motion passed unanimously.
Council Member Carli Pontieri-congratulated three graduates from Drug Court
she attended last week. Mentioned it is a great program offered by the County.
Council Member Carli Pontieri had also received comments from the public on
the Harborside project and the fueling station and the Marina-can it be bulldozed.
She followed up with Ray Tyner and Jason DeLorenzo. Mr. Tyner replied with
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the guidance from the terms in the Master Planned Development regarding Lot 1
and Lot 2. Explained any change would require an amendment through PLDRB.
Mayor confirmed this relates to the restaurant lot as well.
Safety concerns regarding park safety. She met with the City Manager and the
Assistant City Manager and there are safety mechanisms put in place. They are
being patrolled and monitored by the Sheriff's Office.
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. On March 31, 2023, it is National Wear
Blue Day to raise awareness to Child Abuse Prevention, (as well as through the
first week of April). There is a virtual Teen Town Hall addressing bullying, dating
violence, sexting, and human trafficking on March 30, 2023.
Mayor Alfin saw a media report that Flagler County is the 2nd safest City in the
State of Florida. Each Council is dedicated to improving safety.
Council Member Heighter-attended the Drug Court. She stated it was a privilege
to attend. Also, spoke with a judge at the ceremony, the possibility to have a
Veteran's Court here in Flagler County. Addressed Mr. MacDonald stating her
appreciation for honoring our veterans and any of those that service our Country
in the Moment of Silence.
Council Member Klufas-Echoed all the comments. And tonight, is Food Truck
Tuesday.
K DISCUSSION BY CITY ATTORNEY OF MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA
Nothing at this time.
L DISCUSSION BY CITY MANAGER OF MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA
12 REPORTING OF EMERGENCY AND SOLE SOURCE PURCHASES FOR
FEBRUARY 2023
Ms. Johnston thanked Council for their guidance on the survey.
Ms. Johnston reminded Council the reporting of emergency and sole source
purchasing in in the packet.
M ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 10:31 a.m.
Respectfully submitted by: Virginia A. Smith, MMC
City Clerk
13 AGENDA WORKSHEET AND CALENDAR
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Agenda
City Hall
City of Palm Coast 160 Lake Avenue
Agenda Palm Coast, FL 32164
www.palmcoastgov.com
COUNCIL BUSINESS
MEETING
Mayor David Alfin
Vice Mayor Ed Danko
Council Member Theresa Carli Pontieri
Council Member Cathy Heighter
Council Member Nick Klufas
Tuesday, March 21, 2023 9:00 AM COMMUNITY WING
City Staff
Denise Bevan, City Manager
Neysa Borkert, City Attorney
Virginia A. Smith, City Clerk
• Public Participation shall be in accordance with Section 286.0114 Florida Statutes.
• Other matters of concern may be discussed as determined by City Council.
• If you wish to obtain more information regarding the City Council’s agenda, please contact the City Clerk's Office at 386-986-
3713.
• In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 286.26, Florida Statutes, persons needing a reasonable
accommodation to participate in any of these proceedings or meeting should contact the City Clerk at 386-986-3713, at least
48 hours prior to the meeting.
• City Council Meetings are streamed live on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/user/PalmCoastGovTV/live.
• It is proper meeting etiquette to silence all electronic devices, including cell phones while Council is in session.
• Any person who decides to appeal any decision of the City Council with respect to any matter considered at this meeting will
need a record of the proceedings, and for such purpose, may need to hire a court reporter to ensure that a verbatim record of
the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.
A CALL TO ORDER
B PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND A MOMENT OF SILENCE
C ROLL CALL
D PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
Public Participation shall be held in accordance with Section 286.0114 Florida Statutes. And
pursuant to the City Council’s Meeting Policies and Procedures:
(1) Each speaker shall at the podium, provide their name and may speak for up to 3 minutes.
(2) The Public may provide comments to the City Council relative to matters not on the
agenda at the times indicated in this Agenda. Following any comments from the public,
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there may be discussion by the City Council.
(3) When addressing the City Council on specific, enumerated Agenda items, speakers shall:
(a) direct all comments to the Mayor;
(b) make their comments concise and to the point;
(c) not speak more than once on the same subject;
(d) not, by speech or otherwise, delay or interrupt the proceedings or the peace of the City
Council;
(e) obey the orders of the Mayor or the City Council; and
(f) not make any irrelevant, impertinent or slanderous comments while addressing the City
Council; which pursuant to Council rules, shall be considered disorderly.
(4) Any person who becomes disorderly or who fails to confine his or her comments to the
identified subject or business, shall be cautioned by the Mayor and thereafter must conclude
his or her remarks on the subject within the remaining designated time limit.
Any speaker failing to comply, as cautioned, shall be barred from making any additional
comments during the meeting and may be removed, as necessary, for the remainder of the
meeting.
Members of the public may make comments during the public comment portion of the
meeting. Please be advised that public comment will only be permitted during the public
comment portions of the agenda at the times indicated by the Chair during the meeting.
E MINUTES
1 MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL:
MARCH 7, 2023, BUSINESS MEETING
MARCH 14, 2023, WORKSHOP MEETING
F APPOINTMENTS
2 APPOINTMENT TO THE PLANNING AND LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATION BOARD
(PLDRB)
3 APPOINTMENTS TO THE BEAUTIFICATION AND ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY
COMMITTEE (BEAC)
G RESOLUTIONS
4 RESOLUTION 2023-XX ACCEPTING THE ANNUAL COMPREHENSIVE FINANCIAL REPORT
FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2022, AS PRESENTED BY JAMES MOORE
& CO., P.L.
5 RESOLUTION 2023-XX APPROVING THE SUBMISSION OF A FLORIDA INLAND
NAVIGATION DISTRICT (FIND) GRANT APPLICATION FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF
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PHASE 2 WATERFRONT PARK BOAT AND KAYAK LAUNCH PARKING EXPANSION
6 RESOLUTION 2023-XX APPROVING AMENDING THE PARKS & RECREATION FEE
STRUCTURE
H CONSENT
7 RESOLUTION 2023-XX APPROVING THE EAST FLAGLER MOSQUITO CONTROL DISTRICT
LOW LEVEL FLIGHTS AND TO AUTHORIZE THE APPLICATION OF INSECTICIDES
APPROVED AND LABELED FOR MOSQUITO CONTROL BY CLARKE ENVIRONMENTAL
MOSQUITO MANAGEMENT
8 RESOLUTION 2023-XX APPROVING PIGGYBACKING THE ORANGE COUNTY CONTRACT
WITH XYLEM WATER SOLUTIONS USA, INC., FOR THE PURCHASE OF FLYGT PUMPS,
PARTS, AND REPAIRS
9 RESOLUTION 2023-XX APPROVING AMENDING THE AGREEMENT WITH PAYMENTUS
CORPORATION REVISING THE MASTER SERVICE AGREEMENT FOR ELECTRONIC
PAYMENT SERVICES
10 RESOLUTION 2023-XX APPROVING A FEDERALLY FUNDED SUBAWARD AND GRANT
AGREEMENT WITH THE FLORIDA DIVISION OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT (FDEM)
RELATING TO HURRICANE NICOLE EXPENSES
11 RESOLUTION 2023-XX APPROVING PIGGYBACKING THE GENERAL SERVICES
ADMINISTRATION CONTRACT WITH CIVICPLUS, LLC FOR PARKS & RECREATION
MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE
I PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
Remainder of Public Comments is limited to three (3) minutes each.
J DISCUSSION BY CITY COUNCIL OF MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA
K DISCUSSION BY CITY ATTORNEY OF MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA
L DISCUSSION BY CITY MANAGER OF MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA
12 REPORTING OF EMERGENCY AND SOLE SOURCE PURCHASES FOR FEBRUARY 2023
M ADJOURNMENT
13 AGENDA WORKSHEET AND CALENDAR
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Agenda Item
Agenda Date : March 21, 2023
Department CITY ADMINISTRATION Amount
Division CITY CLERK Account
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Subject MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL:
MARCH 7, 2023, BUSINESS MEETING
MARCH 14, 2023, WORKSHOP MEETING
Presenter : Virginia A. Smith, City Clerk
Background :
Recommended Action :
APPROVE MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL:
MARCH 7, 2023, BUSINESS MEETING
MARCH 14, 2023, WORKSHOP MEETING
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Agenda Item
Agenda Date : March 21, 2023
Department CITY ADMINISTRATION Amount
Division CITY CLERK Account
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Subject APPOINTMENT TO THE PLANNING AND LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATION
BOARD (PLDRB)
Presenter : Virginia A. Smith, City Clerk
Background :
UPDATED FROM THE MARCH 14, 2023, WORKSHOP MEETING
Council interviewed the applicants at the March 14, 2023, Workshop Meeting. There were no
changes suggested to this item.
ORIGINAL BACKGROUND FROM THE MARCH 14, 2023, WORKSHOP MEETING
In October 2022, City Council appointed Mr. Christopher Gabriel to the Planning and Land
Development Regulation Board (PLDRB). Mr. Gabriel’s application was the only one received
from District 3. Mr. Gabriel has since resigned his seat and now City Council needs to appoint a
replacement Board Member from District 3 to the PLDRB.
Pursuant to State law, the PLDRB is designated as the local planning agency. Responsibilities
of the PLDRB include making recommendations to the City Council regarding the
Comprehensive Plan, Land Development Code, and development applications. Further, the
PLDRB acts as final authority (subject to appeal to the City Council) on special exceptions.
Section 2-2(a)(1) of the City’s Code of Ordinances says, “All appointees shall be limited to two
consecutive terms of office on the same body unless the City Council by a four-fifths vote
determines that it is in the best interests of the City to appoint a person to a term of office
exceeding that limitation.”
Section 2-2(a)(5) of the City's Code of Ordinances provides, “In appropriate circumstances the
City Council shall make every reasonable effort to ensure that City Council Districts are as
equally represented as practicable; provided, however, that the City's local planning agency
(Planning and Land Development Regulation Board) shall have at least one appointed from
each City Council District.”
Staff advertised in various ways on multiple occasions, including advertising in the media, on
social media sites, as well as the City’s website.
Although, there were four (4) applications received for this vacancy, two are not qualified as
they do not reside in District 3. The following are the two applicants for Council’s consideration:
APPLICANTS DISTRICT OCCUPATION
David Ferguson 3 Corporate Executive, Former City Council Member
Dana Stancel 3 Retired US Postal Carrier, Retired US Soldier
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District information has been verified by the City Clerk’s office. Staff has also performed the
necessary background screenings of all applicants. The results are available in Human
Resources.
Recommended Action :
APPOINT ONE APPLICANT TO THE PLANNING AND LAND DEVELOPMENT
REGULATION BOARD (PLDRB)
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Agenda Item
Agenda Date : March 21, 2023
Department CITY ADMINISTRATION Amount
Division CITY CLERK Account
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Subject APPOINTMENTS TO THE BEAUTIFICATION AND ENVIRONMENTAL
ADVISORY COMMITTEE (BEAC)
Presenter : Virginia A. Smith, City Clerk
Background :
The City of Palm Coast’s Beautification and Environmental Advisory Committee (BEAC) was
created under Resolution 2006-07.
Section 2.(b). The Committee shall be constituted of a total of five (5) voting members with one
(1) member being appointed by the Mayor and each member of City Council from the City
Council district represented, if practicable. All Committee members must be registered voters
and residents of the City of Palm Coast. Each member shall serve terms of four (4) years, but
the City Council may develop a program of uniform appointment and reappointment for all
appointed bodies providing for uniform appointment dates, staggered terms and related matters.
Section 2.(c). The objectives of the Committee shall be to identify issues within the City of Palm
Coast relating to the beautification, scenic beauty, natural resource conservation, aesthetic
enhancements, environmental protection and other related matters and to evaluate and
consider activities, methods, projects and programs that could be implemented within the City to
address the matters considered by the Committee and the issues studied by the Committee.
The Committee may make recommendations to the Planning and Land Development
Regulation Board with regard to Comprehensive Plan amendments and land development
regulations involving its areas of review.
The two committee members who resigned are Ms. Sabrina Rinaldi and Mr. Robert Branin. The
remaining committee members are Mr. Kevin Saint, Mr. Ronald Silvers, and Ms. Mary
Vasilevsky. The term for the vacant members will expire on May 1, 2026.
Staff advertised in various ways on multiple occasions, including advertising in the media, on
social media sites, and on the City’s website. The following are the two applicants for Council’s
consideration:
APPLICANTS DISTRICT OCCUPATION
Kenneth B. Jones 4 International Research Planner
Zachary Marciano 4 Medical Facility Administrator
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District information has been verified by the City Clerk’s office. Staff has also performed the
necessary background screenings of all applicants. The results are available in Human
Resources.
Recommended Action :
APPOINT TWO APPLICANTS TO THE BEAUTIFICATION AND ENVIRONMENTAL
ADVISORY COMMITTEE (BEAC)
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Agenda Item
Agenda Date : March 21, 2023
Department FINANCIAL SERVICES Amount
Division Account
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Subject RESOLUTION 2023-XX ACCEPTING THE ANNUAL COMPREHENSIVE
FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2022,
AS PRESENTED BY JAMES MOORE & CO., P.L.
Presenter : Helena Alves, Director of Financial Services
Background :
The annual audit has been completed by James Moore & Co., P.L., for the fiscal year ending
September 30, 2022, and the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report has been prepared.
Webb Shephard, Certified Public Accountant from James Moore & Co., P.L. will present the
audit report for review and acceptance by City Council. A copy of the report is attached as
Exhibit A.
Recommended Action :
ADOPT RESOLUTION 2023-XX ACCEPTING THE ANNUAL COMPREHENSIVE FINANCIAL
REPORT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2022, AS PRESENTED BY
JAMES MOORE & CO., P.L.
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Agenda Item
Agenda Date : March 21, 2023
Department CONSTRUCTION Amount
MANAGEMENT &
ENGINEERING
Division Account #
Subject RESOLUTION 2023-XX APPROVING THE SUBMISSION OF A FLORIDA INLAND
NAVIGATION DISTRICT (FIND) GRANT APPLICATION FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF PHASE 2 WATERFRONT PARK BOAT AND KAYAK
LAUNCH PARKING EXPANSION
Presenter: Carl Cote, Director of Stormwater & Engineering
Background :
Council Priority:
D. Sustainable Environment and Infrastructure
The City of Palm Coast received Florida Inland Navigation District (FIND) grant funding for
Phase 1 parts A, B, and C which included a non-motorized vessel launch, kayak launch, pre-
launch staging area, dredging, and shoreline stabilization. Phase 2 of this project will consist of
sitework, grading, paving, and utility scopes of work associated with the expansion of the
parking serving the boat ramp/kayak launch and enhanced accessibility to the facility.
This agenda item is for approval to submit a FIND grant application for the construction of
Phase 2 Waterfront Park Boat and Kayak Launch Parking Expansion.
Original Background
The City requested multi-year funding for Phase 1 for the boat dock and launch. FIND allows
multi-year approved projects to submit up to 3 requests. The City has identified multi-year
components described below and shown on the attached graphic as Phase 1 Part A, Part B,
and Part C.
Part A – Sitework, Boat Launch & Dock Access
Part B – Dredging & Shoreline Modification
Part C – Coquina Revetment & Floating Dock
On April 7, 2020, City Council gave approval to submit a grant application to further enhance
the recreational uses within the park and contiguous waterways. A non-motorized boat access
through a floating pier structure, shoreline stabilization, and dredging activities are proposed for
the park. The improvements are associated with a larger conceptual plan to expand parking and
traffic circulation within the site. Ample right-of-way stabilized grass parking along the north side
of Waterfront Park Road will support any vehicles with trailers. The project will enhance park
users’ experiences by highlighting connections to other regional attractions via water-based
activities.
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On October 20, 2020, City Council entered into a grant agreement (FL-PC-20-31) for $146,000
for Phase 1 Part A of the project.
On March 2, 2021, City Council gave the approval to submit a grant application to FIND for
Construction of Phase 1 Part B of the project.
On November 16, 2021, City Council entered into a grant agreement (FL-PC-31-32) for
$211,250.00 for Phase 1 Part B of the project.
On March 15, 2022, City Council gave the approval to submit a FIND grant application for the
construction of Waterfront Park Phase 1 Part C of the project.
On October 18, 2022, City Council entered into a grant agreement (FL-PC-22-23) for
$109,900.00 for Phase 1 Part C of the project. Council also approved a work order for
construction, engineering, and inspection (CEI) services with CPH Consulting, LLC and a
construction contract with Saboungi Construction, Inc.
This item is to obtain City Council approval to submit a FIND grant application for the
construction of Waterfront Park Phase 2 improvements.
Recommended Action :
ADOPT RESOLUTION 2023-XX APPROVING THE SUBMISSION OF A FLORIDA INLAND
NAVIGATION DISTRICT (FIND) GRANT APPLICATION FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF
PHASE 2 WATERFRONT PARK BOAT AND KAYAK LAUNCH PARKING EXPANSION
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Agenda Item
Agenda Date : March 21, 2023
Department PARKS & RECREATION Amount
Division Account
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Subject RESOLUTION 2023-XX APPROVING AMENDING THE PARKS &
RECREATION FEE STRUCTURE
Presenter : James Hirst, Director of Parks & Recreation and Brittany McDermott,
Deputy Director of Parks & Recreation
Background:
UPDATE FROM THE MARCH 14, 2023, WORKSHOP:
During the Workshop held on March 14, 2023, City Council provided feedback and posed
questions regarding the Recreation Fee Structure. City Staff has since prepared detailed
responses and in-depth data to address these matters. This information will be presented
during the March 21, 2023 Business Meeting.
ORIGINAL BACKGROUND FROM THE MARCH 14, 2023, WORKSHOP:
The City of Palm Coast Parks & Recreation Department is seeking to evaluate our current fee
structure. The fees in question are the Palm Coast Aquatics Center Pool Admission and Pass
Holder Rates, due to being opening year-round, and the upcoming Southern Recreation Center
Admission and Pass Holder Rates. This analysis is in line with City Council’s priority of
maintaining financial strength within the City and promoting fiscal responsibility to ensure future
stability. Reviewing our fees on a regular basis also allows us to balance cost recovery and
maintain the level of quality in our programs and facilities that our residents expect and deserve.
Analyzing the Parks & Recreation Fee Structure involves several steps:
• The first step is to review the current fee structure and determine what changes may
need to be made.
• The second step is reaching out to our local user groups and receiving their feedback
on current fees as well as future fee adjustments.
• The third step is finding comparable organizations to which we can compare our fees.
Staff is looking for feedback and direction on the proposed rates for the Palm Coast Aquatics
Center and the Southern Recreation Center.
Recommended Action :
ADOPT RESOLUTION 2023-XX APPROVING AMENDING THE PARKS & RECREATION
FEE STRUCTURE
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Agenda Item
Agenda Date : March 21, 2023
Department CITY ADMINISTRATION Amount
Division CITY CLERK Account
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Subject RESOLUTION 2023-XX APPROVING THE EAST FLAGLER MOSQUITO
CONTROL DISTRICT LOW LEVEL FLIGHTS AND TO AUTHORIZE THE
APPLICATION OF INSECTICIDES APPROVED AND LABELED FOR MOSQUITO
CONTROL BY CLARKE ENVIRONMENTAL MOSQUITO MANAGEMENT
Presenter : Virginia A. Smith, City Clerk
Background :
Each year, the East Flagler Mosquito Control District (EFMCD) requests authorization to fly over
congested areas in compliance with Federal Aviation Administration requirements. The Citizens
of the City of Palm Coast pay for mosquito control services through property taxes, with a
portion of this payment covering aerial operations. To provide the service in a timely fashion
without contacting each local government prior to each operation, the EFMCD requires a signed
authorization that is in effect for one year. This authorization has become a formality over the
years. In addition, EFMCD is requesting the authorization for their contractor, Clarke
Environmental Mosquito Management, or their subcontractors, Dynamic Aviation, Inc., and Ag
Air Services LLC, to apply insecticides approved and labeled for mosquito control use over
congested areas of Flagler County by low-flying aircraft.
The authorization permits the district to perform low-level flights (500 feet) for mosquito control.
The primary use for the aircraft is the control of developing mosquitos away from congested
areas in and around wetlands.
The EFMCD does not apply control materials over congested areas unless the need arises. The
EFMCD, consulting with health officials, is solely responsible for determining need, which is
driven by an extraordinary nuisance or an impending health threat. The requested authorization
allows the EFMCD to take the necessary action when the need is officially determined. Public
Notice will be published monthly, beginning in March, and ending in October, to provide ongoing
public awareness about aerial spray operations and contact information.
Additionally, EFMCD requests Council designate a member of the City’s elected body to
accompany them on an inspection flight of the district. If no member of your elected body is
interested in an aerial tour, then a tour of the facilities and overview of operations can be done
without an elected official.
Recommended Action :
ADOPT RESOLUTION 2023-XX APPROVING THE EAST FLAGLER MOSQUITO CONTROL
DISTRICT LOW LEVEL FLIGHTS AND TO AUTHORIZE THE APPLICATION OF
INSECTICIDES APPROVED AND LABELED FOR MOSQUITO CONTROL BY CLARKE
ENVIRONMENTAL MOSQUITO MANAGEMENT
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Agenda Item
Agenda Date : March 21, 2023
Department WATER AND WASTEWATER Amount AS NEEDED
UTILITY
Division WASTEWATER Account MULTIPLE
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Subject RESOLUTION 2023-XX APPROVING PIGGYBACKING THE ORANGE COUNTY
CONTRACT WITH XYLEM WATER SOLUTIONS USA, INC., FOR THE
PURCHASE OF FLYGT PUMPS, PARTS, AND REPAIRS
Presenter: James Melley, Utility Systems Manager
Background :
Council Priority:
D. Sustainable Environment and Infrastructure
The City of Palm Coast Utility Department has identified the need for pumps, parts, and repairs
based on the City’s standards and the proprietary aspects of lift stations within the wastewater
collection system. The Utility Department has a priority for service, repair, and replacement of
vital pumps within the Utility System on an as-needed basis. Flygt pumps are currently the only
approved pumps within City standards.
City staff is recommending piggybacking the Orange County Contract (#Y22-103-MV) with
Xylem Water Solutions USA, Inc., through November 30, 2024, for the purchase of Flygt
pumps, parts, and repairs. Piggybacking existing competitively bid contracts is advantageous
since the pricing is generally better than what the City could obtain on its own, and the City does
not incur the expense and delay of soliciting a bid.
City staff will purchase items on an as-needed basis upon City Council approved budgeted
funds.
Recommended Action :
ADOPT RESOLUTION 2023-XX APPROVING PIGGYBACKING THE ORANGE COUNTY
CONTRACT WITH XYLEM WATER SOLUTIONS USA, INC., FOR THE PURCHASE OF
FLYGT PUMPS, PARTS, AND REPAIRS
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Agenda Item
Agenda Date : March 21, 2023
Department FINANCIAL SERVICES Amount $639,500
Division Account 10013508, 54015010,
# 54019099, 54209099,
Account 034000
Subject RESOLUTION 2023-XX APPROVING AMENDING THE AGREEMENT WITH
PAYMENTUS CORPORATION REVISING THE MASTER SERVICE
AGREEMENT FOR ELECTRONIC PAYMENT SERVICES
Presenter : Helena Alves, Director of Financial Services
Background :
Council Priority:
A. Strong Resilient Economy
The City of Palm Coast and Paymentus Corporation entered into the agreement for electronic
bill payment services on June 6, 2015, last renewed on June 5, 2020, and currently desire to
amend the Agreement to update the Schedule “A” fee model.
This Amending Agreement is a revision of the current contract terms and conditions and allows
for the maximum transaction amount to be increased from $20,000 to $30,000. The Agreement
updates the fee schedule to reduce the rate applicable to the building department permit
payments and allows for a flat rate for ACH/eCheck payment types.
SOURCE OF FUNDS FY 2022-2023
Code Enforcement: 10013508-034000
Budgeted $3,500.00
Paid to date (including January) $1,023.26
Current contract $0.00
Balance $2,476.74
Solid Waste: 54015010-034000
Budgeted $100,000.00
Paid to date (including January) $25,147.72
Current contract $0.00
Balance $74,852.28
Utility Non-Departmental:54019099-034000
Budgeted $436,000.00
Paid to date (including January) $109,644.06
Current contract $0.00
Balance $326,355.94
Stormwater Non-Departmental: 54209099-034000
Budgeted $100,000.00
Paid to date (including January) $25,147.72
Current contract $0.00
Balance $74,852.28
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Recommended Action :
ADOPT RESOLUTION 2023-XX APPROVING AMENDING THE AGREEMENT WITH
PAYMENTUS CORPORATION TO REVISE THE MASTER SERVICE AGREEMENT FOR
ELECTRONIC PAYMENT SERVICES
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Agenda Item
Agenda Date : March 21, 2023
Department FINANCIAL SERVICES Amount To be determined
Division Account 21030099/55261
54019082/55261
Subject RESOLUTION 2023-XX APPROVING A FEDERALLY FUNDED SUBAWARD
AND GRANT AGREEMENT WITH THE FLORIDA DIVISION OF EMERGENCY
MANAGEMENT (FDEM) RELATING TO HURRICANE NICOLE EXPENSES
Presenter : Helena Alves, Director of Financial Services
Background :
The Department of Homeland Security Federal Emergency Management Agency has made
available to the City, through the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM), a grant
for debris removal, emergency protective measures, and repair or replacement of damaged
facilities related to the effects of Hurricane Nicole in November 2022.
The City Council of the City of Palm Coast is being requested to approve the terms and
conditions of the federally funded subgrant agreement with the FDEM and authorize the Mayor
to execute the agreement and any subsequent amendments relating to Hurricane Nicole.
Recommended Action :
ADOPT RESOLUTION 2023-XX APPROVING A FEDERALLY FUNDED SUBAWARD AND
GRANT AGREEMENT WITH THE FLORIDA DIVISION OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
(FDEM) RELATING TO HURRICANE NICOLE EXPENSES
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Agenda Item
Agenda Date : March 21, 2023
Department PARKS & RECREATION Amount Over $50,000
Division Account 10016016-034000, 10016066-
# 034000,10016076-034000,
65052525-051020
Subject RESOLUTION 2023-XX APPROVING PIGGYBACKING THE GENERAL
SERVICES ADMINISTRATION CONTRACT WITH CIVICPLUS, LLC FOR PARKS
& RECREATION MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE
Presenter : James Hirst, Director of Parks & Recreation
Background :
Council Priority:
C. Safe and Reliable Services
The Parks & Recreation department is responsible for providing a safe and entertaining
environment for the community to enjoy. With the increasing demand for public parks and
recreational activities, the department needs an efficient way to manage the resources required
to meet these demands. CivicPlus software CivicRec can continue to help the Parks &
Recreation department streamline operations, improve customer service, and simplify resource
management. The City had a previous contract with CivicPlus for the CivicRec software from
2017 until 2022 and is requesting that we continue using the software.
City staff is recommending piggybacking the General Services Administration contract (#GS-
35F-124U) with CivicPlus, LLC through December 11, 2027, for the service of Parks &
Recreation management software. Piggybacking existing competitively bid contracts is
advantageous since the pricing is generally better than what the City could obtain on its own,
and the City does not incur the expense and delay of soliciting a bid.
City staff anticipates a cumulative amount of over $50,000 during the five-year duration of the
contract. However, they intend to utilize only the budgeted funds appropriated by City Council
per fiscal year. For the present fiscal year, the budget allocated for Software Renewal and
Credit Card Fees is $40,000. Nonetheless, Staff expects to expend only approximately $14,700
of the budgeted funds with CivicPlus. This is due to the allotment of Credit Card Fees funds
between two vendors.
Recommended Action :
ADOPT RESOLUTION 2023-XX APPROVING PIGGYBACKING THE GENERAL SERVICES
ADMINISTRATION CONTRACT WITH CIVICPLUS, LLC FOR PARKS & RECREATION
MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE
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Agenda Item
Agenda Date : March 21, 2023
Department FINANCIAL SERVICES Amount
Division Account
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Subject REPORTING OF EMERGENCY AND SOLE SOURCE PURCHASES FOR
FEBRUARY 2023
Presenter : Lauren Johnston, Assistant City Manager
Background :
Attached is a list of all emergency and sole source purchases for the month of February 2023,
in accordance with Sec. 2.25 of Chapter 2, Article 1 Division 3 of the Code of Ordinances of the
City of Palm Coast (Procurement Policy).
Recommended Action :
FOR REPORTING ONLY - VIA CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
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