City Council Business Meeting
Regular MeetingPalm Coast, FL · April 15, 2025
Minutes
City Hall
City of Palm Coast 160 Lake Avenue
Minutes Palm Coast, FL 32164
www.palmcoastgov.com
City Council Business
Mayor Michael Norris
Vice Mayor Theresa Pontieri
Council Member Charles Gambaro
Council Member Ty Miller
Council Member David Sullivan
City Hall - Jon Netts
Tuesday, April 15, 2025 9:00 AM
Community Wing
City Staff
Lauren Johnston, Acting City Manager
Marcus Duffy, City Attorney
Kaley Cook, 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/@PalmCoastFL.
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 CITY COUNCIL BUSINESS MEETING
Mayor Norris 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
Deputy City Clerk Alison Palmer called the roll. Vice Mayor Pontieri was absent,
but joined the meeting at 9:03 a.m.
D. PROCLAMATIONS
1. PROCLAMATION - PARKINSON'S AWARENESS MONTH
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Ms. Johnston read the proclamation.
The proclamation was presented to Renee Shoner of the Parkinson's of Flagler
Palm Coast organization, who shared comments.
2. PROCLAMATION - COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER MONTH
Ms. Johnston read the proclamation.
The proclamation was presented to Suzy Gamblain, Executive Director of Flagler
Volunteer Services, who shared comments.
3. PROCLAMATION - WATER CONSERVATION MONTH
Ms. Johnston read the proclamation.
The proclamation was presented to Peter Roussell, Deputy Director of Utility,
who shared comments. Bill White and Gretchen Smith from the St. Johns River
Water Management District also shared comments regarding water
conservation, and Ms. Johnston introduced a short video.
4. PROCLAMATION - APRIL 26, 2025, AS WORLD TAI CHI & QIGONG DAY
Ms. Johnston read the proclamation.
The proclamation was presented to Katy Goldapple who shared comments.
5. PROCLAMATION - APRIL 26, 2025, AS CELEBRATE TRAILS DAY
Ms. Johnston read the proclamation.
The proclamation was presented to Parks & Recreation staff, who shared
comments
E. PRESENTATIONS
6. PRESENT CERTIFICATES TO THE LEADERSHIP INTERN TRAINING
EXPERIENCE (LITE) TEAM
Lauren Johnston, Acting City Manager, shared about the program and presented
the graduates with their certificates.
F. 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) This agenda item has a thirty (30) minute limit.
(2) Each speaker shall at the podium, provide their name and may speak for up to 3 minutes.
(3) 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.
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(4) Public speakers may address their comments to the Council as a whole, the Mayor, or to
an individual Council Member
(5) When addressing the City Council on specific, enumerated Agenda items, speakers shall:
(a) make their comments concise and to the point;
(b) not speak more than once on the same subject;
(c) not, by speech or otherwise, delay or interrupt the proceedings or the peace of the City
Council;
(d) obey the orders of the Mayor or the City Council; and
(e) not make any irrelevant, impertinent or slanderous comments while addressing the City
Council; which pursuant to Council rules, shall be considered disorderly.
(6) 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.
Mayor Norris shared the rules and procedures of public comment.
Public comment opened at 9:35 a.m.
Jeremy Davis, P section, wanted to say thank you for the last email he received
from the City and looks forward to the culvert being upgraded.
Marion Petruzzi shared her issues with Ralph Carter Park, high powered lights,
noise, wasted money trying to retrofit the park, quality of life issues, that sports
can be played in other parks, and thinks it is unfair how this City is being run.
Bruce Stone commented that what is going on in the City is disgusting,
discussed meeting Mayor Norris, the local press and news stories, and told
Council that they need to start working with the Mayor.
Dennis McDonald discussed a workshop he attended, asked if staff had ever
inventoried all of the recreation facilities in the County, suggested getting a City
Manager and top staff that know what they are doing, and that Council is being
failed by upper-level staff of the City.
Scott Campion, President of the European Village Commercial Association,
discussed European Village, asked to rezone the courtyard space for special
events, and wants to sit down with the City to find out what they can and cannot
do in the courtyard.
Candace Stevens discussed Ralph Carter Park, that the park is overused, that
improvements that can be made to other parks, and offered help to Ms. Petruzzi.
Ed Fuller shared news articles about Palm Coast, says challenges are
opportunities, would like Council to share their experiences in Tallahassee,
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asked for an update on projects, complimented the groups receiving
proclamations, and thanked Council.
Public comment ended at 9:49 a.m.
Council Member Gambaro addressed public comment on Ralph Carter Park, the
trip to Tallahassee, and discussed recent meetings in Washington D.C.
Vice Mayor Pontieri addressed public comment on Ralph Carter Park, asked
Council for consent to work with European Village, thanked the LITE team and
complimented the ap.
Council gave consent to work with European Village.
Ms. Johnston responded to public comment on park inventory that the City and
County collaborated on Planning our Parks (POP), an inventory and
assessment, and meet monthly on POP initiatives.
G. MINUTES
7. MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL:
APRIL 1, 2025, SPECIAL WORKSHOP MEETING
APRIL 1, 2025, BUSINESS MEETING
APRIL 8, 2025, WORKSHOP MEETING
Pass
Motion made to approve by Council Member Charles Gambaro and
seconded by Council Member Ty Miller
Approved - 4 - Mayor Michael Norris, Vice Mayor Theresa Pontieri, Council
Member Charles Gambaro, Council Member Ty Miller
H. APPOINTMENT
8. APPOINTMENT TO THE CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT SEAT 3 VACANCY
Mayor Norris thanked everyone who participated in the process.
Mayor Norris passed the gavel to Vice Mayor Pontieri and motioned to appoint
Candace Stevens to the district 3 seat.
Council Member Miller seconded for discussion.
Council held discussion on the appointment and qualifications.
Public Comment:
Jeremy Davis agreed with Mayor Norris and believes Ms. Stevens would be the
best representative for the residents of district 3.
Denise Henry, P section, discussed experience, current Council, public sentiment,
and the prior election.
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Jeff Knotts shared that Ms. Stevens does have experience, and that this is who he
wants.
Dennis McDonald addressed experience, discussed a failed building, the sheriff, a
commissioner that threatened his life, and utilities.
Vice Mayor Pontieri responded to public comment.
City Attorney Duffy reminded Council that Mayor Norris had passed the gavel and
that Vice Mayor Pontieri is acting as Mayor.
Fail
Motion made to approve by Mayor Michael Norris and seconded by Council
Member Ty Miller
Approved - 2 - Mayor Michael Norris, Vice Mayor Theresa Pontieri
Denied - 2 - Council Member Charles Gambaro, Council Member Ty Miller
Council Member Gambaro motioned to nominate David Sullivan to the district 3
seat.
Council Member Miller seconded.
Council held a brief discussion about qualifications and experience.
Public comment
Dennis McDonald discussed the airport and what went on at the commission level,
discussed his wife and her experiences with Mr. Sullivan on the Value Adjustment
Board, and stated there is a time when everyone needs to retire.
Jeff Knotts commented that would like for Palm Coast to move forward not
backwards.
Vice Mayor Pontieri and Council Member Miller responded to public comment.
Fail
Motion made to approve by Council Member Charles Gambaro and
seconded by Council Member Ty Miller
Approved - 2 - Council Member Charles Gambaro, Council Member Ty
Miller
Denied - 2 - Mayor Michael Norris, Vice Mayor Theresa Pontieri
Vice Mayor Pontieri motioned to appoint Mark Stancel to the district 3 seat.
Mayor Norris asked City Attorney Duffy if this is a valid motion.
City Attorney Duffy affirmed that this is a valid motion.
The motion died for lack of a second.
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City Attorney Duffy outlined the two options moving forward: 1) one candidate that
has not been motioned, or 2) a motion for reconsideration; and failing that, regroup
and look to see how Council wants to meet the 90-day requirement of the charter.
Vice Mayor Pontieri motioned to reconsider David Sullivan.
Council Member Gambaro seconded.
Public comment:
Jeremy Davis told Council that they are missing the point and asked Council to
reconsider Ms. Stevens.
Dennis McDonald commented on the impasse, asked what’s wrong with the voters,
discussed the prior appointment process, discussed Mayor Netts and City Hall, and
stated that it is time for people to retire.
Denise Henry stated that the residents do not want the same old, and if Council
does not pick Ms. Stevens, Council should pick Mr. Stancel.
Council discussed the vote for reconsideration.
Pass
Motion made to reconsider by Vice Mayor Theresa Pontieri and seconded
by Council Member Charles Gambaro
Approved - 3 - Vice Mayor Theresa Pontieri, Council Member Charles
Gambaro, Council Member Ty Miller
Denied - 1 - Mayor Michael Norris
Council Member Gambaro motioned to appoint David Sullivan to the district 3 seat.
Council Member Miller seconded.
Council discussed the candidates.
Mayor Norris asked for consensus to reopen public comment for Mr. Ray Stevens
to speak via phone.
Mr. Stevens responded via phone on speaker that he was returning the Mayor’s
call and did not make public comment.
Public Comment:
Dennis McDonald addressed Council Member Miller’s comments on Mr. Sullivan’s
prior races, discussed the Value Adjustment Board, and said Council is going in the
wrong direction.
Denise Henry, responded to Council Member Miller that alot has happened in four
years, residents have become disenchanted and want fresh blood.
Jeremy Davis shared praise for Mr. McDonald and asked why Council disregards
Mr. McDonald.
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Jennifer Pellegrino shared that she does not have an opinion on any of the
applicants, complimented Vice Mayor Pontieri for responding to her emails and
shared that she has received support from her.
Marilyn Mack commented on the process, asked if anyone has mentioned how
important this vote is going to be, praised Ms. Stevens, and said that we do not
need to go backwards, we need to go forwards.
Pass
Motion made to approve by Council Member Charles Gambaro and
seconded by Council Member Ty Miller
Approved - 3 - Vice Mayor Theresa Pontieri, Council Member Charles
Gambaro, Council Member Ty Miller
Denied - 1 - Mayor Michael Norris
I. OATH OF OFFICE
9. OATH OF OFFICE FOR THE NEWLY APPOINTED COUNCIL MEMBER TO THE
DISTRICT 3 VACANT SEAT
Irene Schaefer, Administrative Coordinator for Planning, administered the Oath
of Office to Mr. David Sullivan.
Mr. Sullivan shared remarks.
The meeting recessed at 10:38 a.m.
The meeting reconvened at 10:47 a.m.
J. ORDINANCES FIRST READ
10. ORDINANCE 2025-XX AMENDING CHAPTER 42, ARTICLE I, CREATING SECTION
42-6, PROHIBITING PUBLIC CAMPING OR SLEEPING ON PUBLIC PROPERTY
City Attorney Duffy read the title into the record.
Ms. Johnston announced a correction to the agenda summary and introduced
Barbara Grossman, Code Enforcement Manager, who provided background to
the item.
Vice Mayor Pontieri asked if this ordinance addresses loitering in medians.
City Attorney Duffy recommended making loitering in medians a second
ordinance, as this ordinance is to remain consistent with State statute
concerning sleeping or camping.
Council discussed enforcement, available services, and recent local history.
Ms. Johnston and Ms. Grossman provided a response to Council questions.
Public Comment:
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Jeremy Davis discussed that he has been homeless and believes we need a
shelter.
Council gave consensus to discuss an ILA at a future Joint City County meeting.
Pass
Motion made to approve by Vice Mayor Theresa Pontieri and seconded by
Council Member Charles Gambaro
Approved - 5 - Mayor Michael Norris, Vice Mayor Theresa Pontieri, Council
Member Charles Gambaro, Council Member Ty Miller, Council Member
David Sullivan
K. RESOLUTIONS
11. RESOLUTION 2025-58 APPROVING SABAL PRESERVE AT TOWN CENTER
PHASES 1 AND 2 FINAL PLAT - APPLICATION 6054
City Attorney Duffy read the title into the record.
Mayor Norris asked for any ex parte communications, there were none.
Estelle Lens, Planner, and Dennis Leap, Site Development Coordinator,
presented the topic to Council. Topics included subdivision final plat, location,
zoning and FLUM maps, subdivision platting process, history of the property,
infrastructure/performance bond, and recommendations.
City Council held discussion on approved versus actual builds and requested to
see this information in presentations going forward.
Council Member Gambaro asked Ms. Johnston if we have a plan for the
intersection of Royal Palms Parkway and Town Center Boulevard.
Ms. Johnston provided a response to Council questions and outlined short- and
long-term solutions, and that a DOT agreement will be coming before Council at
a future meeting.
Vice Mayor Pontieri asked about the timeline, and to see this on a future agenda.
Council held discussion on the traffic analysis, plans for traffic, impact fees,
traffic improvements, levels of service, and triggers for road improvements.
Ms. Lens, Ray Tyner, Deputy Director of Community Development, Phong
Nguyen, Senior Planner, and Jason DeLorenzo, Chief of Staff, provided a
response to Council questions.
Ms. Johnston advocated that Council attend upcoming TPO events on April 17
for Vision Zero to make roads safer and April 28 to review long range 2050
plans.
Public Comment:
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There were none.
Pass
Motion made to approve by Council Member Charles Gambaro and
seconded by Council Member Ty Miller
Approved - 4 - Vice Mayor Theresa Pontieri, Council Member Charles
Gambaro, Council Member Ty Miller, Council Member David Sullivan
Denied - 1 - Mayor Michael Norris
12. RESOLUTION 2025-59 APPROVING RESERVE EAST FINAL PLAT -
APPLICATION 5764
City Attorney Duffy read the title into the record.
Mayor Norris asked for any ex parte communications, there were none.
Estelle Lens, Planner, and Dennis Leap, Site Development Coordinator,
presented the topic to Council. Topics included subdivision final plat, location,
zoning and FLUM maps, subdivision platting process, history of the property,
infrastructure/performance bond, and recommendations.
Council did not have questions or comments.
Public Comment:
There were none.
Pass
Motion made to approve by Council Member Charles Gambaro and
seconded by Vice Mayor Theresa Pontieri
Approved - 4 - Vice Mayor Theresa Pontieri, Council Member Charles
Gambaro, Council Member Ty Miller, Council Member David Sullivan
Denied - 1 - Mayor Michael Norris
13. RESOLUTION 2025-62 APPROVING A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT WITH
HALIFAX PAVING, INC., A CEI CONTRACT WITH GAI CONSULTANTS, A POST
DESIGN SERVICE WORK ORDER WITH ENGLAND-THIMS & MILLER
ENGINEERS, AND A 10.00% PROJECT CONTINGENCY FOR THE WHITEVIEW
PARKWAY
City Attorney Duffy read the title into the record.
Carl Cote, Director of Stormwater & Engineering, presented the item to Council.
Topics included: project limits and scope, objectives, and proposed
improvements.
Mr. Cote provided a response to Council questions.
Public Comment:
There were none.
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Pass
Motion made to approve by Vice Mayor Theresa Pontieri and seconded by
Council Member Ty Miller
Approved - 5 - Mayor Michael Norris, Vice Mayor Theresa Pontieri, Council
Member Charles Gambaro, Council Member Ty Miller, Council Member
David Sullivan
L. CONSENT
Council discussed items 15, 16, and 17.
Public Comment:
There were none.
Pass
Motion made to approve by Council Member Charles Gambaro and
seconded by Council Member David Sullivan
Approved - 5 - Mayor Michael Norris, Vice Mayor Theresa Pontieri, Council
Member Charles Gambaro, Council Member Ty Miller, Council Member
David Sullivan
14. RESOLUTION 2025-60 APPROVING A MASTER SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH
G.E.M. STONE CONTRACTORS, INC., FOR THE INSTALLATION OF NEW AND
REPLACEMENT PEP TANKS
15. RESOLUTION 2025-57 APPROVING A MASTER SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH
TRI-COUNTY BOBCAT SERVICES, INC., FOR CITYWIDE TREE SERVICES
16. RESOLUTION 2025-61 APPROVING PIGGYBACKING THE SOURCEWELL
CONTRACT WITH KOHLER POWER SYSTEMS FOR ELECTRICAL ENERGY
POWER GENERATION EQUIPMENT AS NEEDED
17. RESOLUTION 2025-63 APPROVING A MASTER SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH
FOREFRONT ARCHITECTURE & ENGINEERING, LLC FOR ARCHITECTURE AND
ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR COMMUNITY CENTER PARKING EXPANSION
AND ADAPTIVE REUSE OF FIRE STATION #22
M. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
Remainder of Public Comments is limited to three (3) minutes each.
Public Comment:
Mark Webb discussed citizens academy, partnering with developers, the
Whiteview project, and developing a wish list of projects for partnership.
Ms. Johnston responded to public comment.
N. DISCUSSION BY CITY COUNCIL OF MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA
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Vice Mayor Pontieri thanked European village, asked how many representatives
we have to TPO and are we advocating projects.
Ms. Johnston provided an update on an ILA from the TPO regarding
membership and voting, and long-range plans.
Vice Mayor Pontieri asked for consensus to have staff draft a resolution
regarding utility impact fees and move to repeal the payment plan.
Council gave consensus.
Ms. Johnston agreed to have staff draft a resolution to be presented at a future
meeting.
Council Member Gambaro discussed Congressman Fine’s visit and sufficient
notice so Council can attend.
Council Member Sullivan shared thanks for the process.
O. DISCUSSION BY CITY ATTORNEY OF MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA
There were none.
P. DISCUSSION BY CITY MANAGER OF MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA
Ms. Johnston presented sole source and responded to Council questions.
Ms. Johnston provided a schedule of upcoming City and County meetings:
4/24 City Manager Interviews
4/29 Joint City County workshop on animal control
4/29 Special Meeting at 6 p.m. for direction on the City Manager search.
Ms. Johnston clarified the DOGE letter and response.
Mayor Norris discussed a request for a sign at the Palm Coast VFW Post and
asked if staff would work with the VFW. Ms. Johnston responded that there is no
variance process for the sign code and would need consensus from Council for
staff to look at re-writing the sign code. Council did not give consensus.
18. REPORTING OF EMERGENCY AND SOLE SOURCE PURCHASES FOR MARCH
2025
Q. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 12:17 p.m.
Respectfully submitted by Alison Palmer
Deputy City Clerk
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Agenda
City Hall
City of Palm Coast 160 Lake Avenue
Agenda Palm Coast, FL 32164
www.palmcoast.gov
City Council Business
Mayor Michael Norris
Vice Mayor Theresa Pontieri
Council Member Charles Gambaro
Council Member Ty Miller
Tuesday, April 15, 2025 9:00 AM City Hall - Jon Netts Community Wing
City Staff
Lauren Johnston, Acting City Manager
Marcus Duffy, City Attorney
Kaley Cook, 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/@PalmCoastFL.
• 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 CITY COUNCIL BUSINESS MEETING
B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND A MOMENT OF SILENCE
C. ROLL CALL
D. PROCLAMATIONS
1. PROCLAMATION - PARKINSON'S AWARENESS MONTH
2. PROCLAMATION - COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER MONTH
3. PROCLAMATION - WATER CONSERVATION MONTH
4. PROCLAMATION - APRIL 26, 2025, AS WORLD TAI CHI & QIGONG DAY
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5. PROCLAMATION - APRIL 26, 2025, AS CELEBRATE TRAILS DAY
E. PRESENTATIONS
6. PRESENT CERTIFICATES TO THE LEADERSHIP INTERN TRAINING
EXPERIENCE (LITE) TEAM
F. 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) This agenda item has a thirty (30) minute limit.
(2) Each speaker shall at the podium, provide their name and may speak for up to 3 minutes.
(3) 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.
(4) Public speakers may address their comments to the Council as a whole, the Mayor, or to
an individual Council Member
(5) When addressing the City Council on specific, enumerated Agenda items, speakers shall:
(a) make their comments concise and to the point;
(b) not speak more than once on the same subject;
(c) not, by speech or otherwise, delay or interrupt the proceedings or the peace of the City
Council;
(d) obey the orders of the Mayor or the City Council; and
(e) not make any irrelevant, impertinent or slanderous comments while addressing the City
Council; which pursuant to Council rules, shall be considered disorderly.
(6) 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.
G. MINUTES
7. MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL:
APRIL 1, 2025, SPECIAL WORKSHOP MEETING
APRIL 1, 2025, BUSINESS MEETING
APRIL 8, 2025, WORKSHOP MEETING
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H. APPOINTMENT
8. APPOINTMENT TO THE CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT SEAT 3 VACANCY
I. OATH OF OFFICE
9. OATH OF OFFICE FOR THE NEWLY APPOINTED COUNCIL MEMBER TO THE
DISTRICT 3 VACANT SEAT
J. ORDINANCES FIRST READ
10. ORDINANCE 2025-XX AMENDING CHAPTER 42, ARTICLE I, CREATING SECTION
42-6, PROHIBITING PUBLIC CAMPING OR SLEEPING ON PUBLIC PROPERTY
K. RESOLUTIONS
11. RESOLUTION 2025-XX APPROVING SABAL PRESERVE AT TOWN CENTER
PHASES 1 AND 2 FINAL PLAT - APPLICATION 6054
12. RESOLUTION 2025-XX APPROVING RESERVE EAST FINAL PLAT -
APPLICATION 5764
13. RESOLUTION 2025-XX APPROVING A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT WITH
HALIFAX PAVING, INC., A CEI CONTRACT WITH GAI CONSULTANTS, A POST
DESIGN SERVICE WORK ORDER WITH ENGLAND-THIMS & MILLER
ENGINEERS, AND A 10.00% PROJECT CONTINGENCY FOR THE WHITEVIEW
PARKWAY
L. CONSENT
14. RESOLUTION 2025-XX APPROVING A MASTER SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH
G.E.M. STONE CONTRACTORS, INC., FOR THE INSTALLATION OF NEW AND
REPLACEMENT PEP TANKS
15. RESOLUTION 2025-XX APPROVING A MASTER SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH
TRI-COUNTY BOBCAT SERVICES, INC., FOR CITYWIDE TREE SERVICES
16. RESOLUTION 2025-XX APPROVING PIGGYBACKING THE SOURCEWELL
CONTRACT WITH KOHLER POWER SYSTEMS FOR ELECTRICAL ENERGY
POWER GENERATION EQUIPMENT AS NEEDED
17. RESOLUTION 2025-XX APPROVING A MASTER SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH
FOREFRONT ARCHITECTURE & ENGINEERING, LLC FOR ARCHITECTURE AND
ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR COMMUNITY CENTER PARKING EXPANSION
AND ADAPTIVE REUSE OF FIRE STATION #22
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M. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
Remainder of Public Comments is limited to three (3) minutes each.
N. DISCUSSION BY CITY COUNCIL OF MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA
O. DISCUSSION BY CITY ATTORNEY OF MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA
P. DISCUSSION BY CITY MANAGER OF MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA
18. REPORTING OF EMERGENCY AND SOLE SOURCE PURCHASES FOR MARCH
2025
Q. ADJOURNMENT
19. AGENDA WORKSHEET AND CALENDAR
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Agenda Item
Agenda Date: April 15, 2025
Department CITY ADMINISTRATION Amount
Division Account #
Subject: PROCLAMATION - PARKINSON'S AWARENESS MONTH
Presenter: Mayor and City Council
Attachments:
1. Proclamation
Background:
The City of Palm Coast would like to proclaim April 2025 as Parkinson's Awareness Month.
Recommended Action:
PROCLAIM APRIL 2025 AS PARKINSON'S AWARENESS MONTH.
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Agenda Item
Agenda Date: April 15, 2025
Department CITY ADMINISTRATION Amount
Division Account #
Subject: PROCLAMATION - COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER MONTH
Presenter: Mayor and City Council
Attachments:
1. Proclamation
Background:
Flagler Volunteer Services has requested that the City of Palm Coast proclaim April 2025 as
Community Volunteer Month.
Recommended Action:
PROCLAIM APRIL 2025 AS COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER MONTH
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Agenda Item
Agenda Date: April 15, 2025
Department CITY ADMINISTRATION Amount
Division Account #
Subject: PROCLAMATION - WATER CONSERVATION MONTH
Presenter: Mayor and City Council
Attachments:
1. Proclamation
Background:
The St. Johns River Water Management District and the City of Palm Coast would like to
proclaim April 2025 as Water Conservation Month.
Recommended Action:
PROCLAIM APRIL 2025 AS WATER CONSERVATION MONTH
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Agenda Item
Agenda Date: April 15, 2025
Department CITY ADMINISTRATION Amount
Division Account #
Subject: PROCLAMATION - APRIL 26, 2025, AS WORLD TAI CHI & QIGONG DAY
Presenter: Mayor and City Council
Attachments:
1. Proclamation
Background:
Northeast Florida Tai Chi and Qigong practitioners have requested that the City of Palm
Coast proclaim April 26, 2025, as World Tai Chi & Qigong Day in Palm Coast.
Recommended Action:
PROCLAIM APRIL 26, 2025, AS WORLD TAI CHI & QIGONG DAY IN PALM COAST
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Agenda Item
Agenda Date: April 15, 2025
Department PARKS & RECREATION Amount
Division Account #
Subject: PROCLAMATION – APRIL 26, 2025, AS CELEBRATE TRAILS DAY
Presenter: James Hirst, Director of Parks & Recreation
Attachments:
1. Proclamation
Background:
Celebrate Trails Day is an annual event that encourages people to explore and enjoy their
local trails. Organized by the Rails-to-Trails Conservancy and recognized by communities
across the country, this celebration highlights the many ways trails enhance health,
recreation, and connectivity.
With more than 130 miles of trails, Palm Coast is proud to offer residents and visitors
opportunities to walk, bike, and experience the area’s natural beauty. In partnership with the
Flagler County Tourism Development Office, the City of Palm Coast is recognizing Celebrate
Trails Day to promote outdoor activity, environmental stewardship, and the importance of
maintaining our trail system.
Recommended Action:
PROCLAIM APRIL 26, 2025, AS CELEBRATE TRAILS DAY
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City of Palm Coast, Florida
Agenda Item
Agenda Date: April 15, 2025
Department CITY ADMINISTRATION Amount
Division Account #
Subject: PRESENT CERTIFICATES TO THE LEADERSHIP INTERN TRAINING
EXPERIENCE (LITE) TEAM
Presenter: Lauren Johnston, Acting City Manager
Attachments:
1. None
Background:
The LITE (Leadership Intern Training Experience) Team is a specialized program within the
City of Palm Coast, initiated in 2012 under the direction of the City Manager. It was
established to address the City’s growing need for executive leadership and to cultivate
additional talent within the organization. The primary objective of the LITE Team Program is
to expose staff members to the unique opportunity to collaborate directly with the City
Manager and the Executive Team to foster professional growth and development among
employees.
The program is designed for team members interested in enhancing their leadership
capabilities and embracing new challenges. Team members apply to participate, and the
program operates over 12 months. Throughout this period, they engage in a variety of
activities aimed at increasing their leadership skills and expanding their knowledge base.
Special projects are assigned to the team, which serve as learning opportunities and
avenues for the practical application of leadership principles. This year, the focus of the
team's project was creating a framework for the City’s custom mobile app to enhance how
residents connect with local services and access information. Throughout the project, the
LITE Team researched & analyzed apps from comparable municipalities, examined the legal
implications of AI, and established key performance indicators for success. They also
conducted internal and external surveys to hear from City Staff and Residents to identify
desired features, develop marketing strategies, and determine and establish alpha and beta
testers for the app. The targeted launch date for the mobile app is December 2025.
The LITE Team serves as a platform for cultivating leadership talent, fostering collaboration,
and addressing critical issues within the City of Palm Coast, contributing to the City’s
continued growth and development.
This year’s participants were:
• Annie Pereira, Public Works Staff Assistant II, Public Works
• Brandon Mahadeo, Wastewater Pumping Supervisor, Utility
• Caitlyn Norberg, Code Enforcement Technician II, Community Development
• Katelyn Anderson, Staff Assistant III, Parks & Recreation
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• Tom Palmese, Streets Crew Lead, Public Works
• Zachary Cooper, Streets Crew Lead, Public Works
Recommended Action:
PRESENT CERTIFICATES TO THE LEADERSHIP INTERN TRAINING EXPERIENCE
(LITE) TEAM
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City of Palm Coast, Florida
Agenda Item
Agenda Date: April 15, 2025
Department CITY ADMINISTRATION Amount
Division Account #
Subject: MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL:
APRIL 1, 2025, SPECIAL WORKSHOP MEETING
APRIL 1, 2025, BUSINESS MEETING
APRIL 8, 2025, WORKSHOP MEETING
Presenter: Alison Palmer, Deputy City Clerk
Attachments:
1. Minutes (3)
Background:
Recommended Action:
APRIL 1, 2025, SPECIAL WORKSHOP MEETING
APRIL 1, 2025, BUSINESS MEETING
APRIL 8, 2025, WORKSHOP MEETING
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City of Palm Coast, Florida
Agenda Item
Agenda Date: April 15, 2025
Department CITY ADMINISTRATION Amount
Division Account #
Subject: APPOINTMENT TO THE CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT SEAT 3 VACANCY
Presenter: Mayor and City Council
Attachments:
1. None
Background:
UPDATED BACKGROUND FROM THE APRIL 8, 2025, WORKSHOP MEETING:
Council held three rounds of voting, and selected their top three applicants to move forward:
1. Dave Ferguson
2. Candace Stevens
3. David Sullivan
The selection to fill the District 3 vacancy will be made at the April 15, 2025, business
meeting.
UPDATED BACKGROUND FROM THE APRIL 1, 2025, WORKSHOP MEETING:
City Council held an interview session with the applicants present during the April 1, 2025,
Workshop Meeting. Three applicants had withdrawn their applications prior to the April 1st
interviews and were not in attendance: Scott Pillath, Chad Raymond, and Andrew Werner.
City Council concurred to select their top 3 candidates during the April 8, 2025, Workshop
Meeting and a voting sheet has been attached to this item.
ORIGINAL BACKGROUND FROM THE APRIL 1, 2025, WORKSHOP MEETING:
At the March 4, 2025, Business Meeting, City Council approved the following process and
timeline for filling the District Seat 3 vacancy:
• Application Period: Open until March 19, 2025, at 5:00 p.m.
• interviews: April 1, 2025, at 3:00 p.m.
• Discussion of Applicants: April 8, 2025, at 6:00 p.m.
• Appointment Date: April 15, 2025, at 9:00 a.m.
City staff received a total of 13 applications within the timeframe:
1. Mark Burton
2. Douglas Courtney
3. Dave Ferguson
4. Michael Flanagan
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5. Cornelia Downing Manfre
6. Joan Paulus
7. Gene Perez
8. Scott Pillath (withdrawn)
9. Chad Raymond (withdrawn)
10. Dana Mark Stancel
11. Candace Stevens
12. David Sullivan
13. Andrew Werner (withdrawn)
The applications within District 3 are attached to this item for Council consideration and
interview.
Recommended Action:
APPOINTMENT TO THE CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT SEAT 3 VACANCY
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City of Palm Coast, Florida
Agenda Item
Agenda Date: April 15, 2025
Department CITY ADMINISTRATION Amount
Division Account #
Subject: OATH OF OFFICE FOR THE NEWLY APPOINTED COUNCIL MEMBER TO
THE DISTRICT 3 VACANT SEAT
Presenter: Irene Schaefer. Administrative Coordinator, Planning
Attachments:
1. None
Background:
On February 28, 2025, Palm Coast City Council Member Ray Stevens announced his
resignation from the District 3 seat. Per Council direction, the application period was open
until March 19, 2025, receiving 13 applications from within the district.
City Council held an interview session with the applicants present during the April 1, 2025,
Special Workshop Meeting, and discussion during the April 8, 2025, Workshop Meeting.
City Council will have discussion and appoint an applicant to the District 3 seat vacancy
during the April 15, 2025, Business Meeting. The appointee will be sworn in immediately
following the decision of City Council.
Recommended Action:
OATH OF OFFICE
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City of Palm Coast, Florida
Agenda Item
Agenda Date: April 15, 2025
Department COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Amount
Division CODE ENFORCEMENT Account #
Subject: ORDINANCE 2025-XX AMENDING CHAPTER 42, ARTICLE I, CREATING
SECTION 42-6, PROHIBITING PUBLIC CAMPING OR SLEEPING ON PUBLIC
PROPERTY
Presenter: Barbara Grossman, Code Enforcement Manager
Attachments:
1. Ordinance
2. Business Impact Estimate
Background:
On March 20, 2024, House Bill 1365 was enacted by the Florida legislature and signed into
law.
Effective October 1, 2024, the City of Palm Coast is required to begin enforcing this
legislation under Section 125.0321, Florida Statutes. This law prohibits the City of Palm
Coast from authorizing or allowing regular public camping and sleeping on public properties,
including, but not limited to, any public building or its grounds and any public right of way
under the City’s jurisdiction.
This Ordinance provides for the prohibition, enforcement and appeal processes for public
camping or sleeping on public property.
No person may regularly engage in public camping or sleeping on any public property,
including, but not limited to, any public building or its grounds or any public right-of-way
under the jurisdiction of the City.
The City Manager, designee, or a law enforcement officer may issue a trespass warning to
any individual violating the terms of this Ordinance. The trespass warning will be valid and
enforceable for two years in accordance with Section 9-1 of the Code of Ordinances of Palm
Coast.
The appeal process is to file an appeal to the City Clerk in writing with ten days of issuance
of the warning. The appeal shall be heard by the City’s Special Magistrate in accordance
with Section 9-1(h) of the Code of Ordinances as well. The decision of the Special
Magistrate shall be final.
Recommended Action:
ADOPT ORDINANCE 2025-XX AMENDING CHAPTER 42, ARTICLE I, CREATING
SECTION 42-6, PROHIBITING PUBLIC CAMPING OR SLEEPING ON PUBLIC
PROPERTY
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City of Palm Coast, Florida
Agenda Item
Agenda Date: April 15, 2025
Department COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Amount
Division PLANNING Account #
Subject: RESOLUTION 2025-XX APPROVING SABAL PRESERVE AT TOWN CENTER
PHASES 1 AND 2 FINAL PLAT – APPLICATION 6054
Presenter: Estelle Lens, AICP, Planner and Dennis R. Leap, PE, Site Development
Manager/Engineer
Attachments:
1. Presentation
2. Resolution
3. Final Plat
Background:
This is a quasi-judicial item, please disclose any ex parte communications.
The application, submitted by RLS (Sabal) LLC proposes to plat and subdivide
approximately 84.44 acres of land into 224 single family residential lots. The project is
located on the north side of Royal Palms Parkway adjacent to the intersection with Town
Center Blvd. The Future Land Use Map designation is DRI-Urban Core. The Official Zoning
map designation is Master Planned Development (MPD).
The Final Plat is the last step in the process of platting land which establishes legally
recognized lots for sale and development. The City of Palm Coast has a three-step
process which ensures compliance with zoning regulations and facilitates orderly
community growth by defining property boundaries, easements, roads, stormwater facilities,
and other essential features.
Subject Property History:
• The project is located on Tracts 16 and 17 of the Town Center Master Planned
Development (MPD) and the Town Center Development of Regional Impact (DRI)
• The Town Center DRI was originally approved in July 2003
• The Town Center MPD was originally approved in December 2003
• The 2nd Amendment to the DRI and the 2nd Amendment to the MPD were approved
by Council February 2024
• Tracts 16 and 17 are designated as Town Residential in the MPD which allows
development of dwelling units.
• This Project is subject to a drainage easement which encumbers six of the lots. This
easement is being terminated.
Subdivision Process in Palm Coast (3 step process)
1. Subdivision Master Plan (Requires Planning and Land Development Board
(PLDRB) approval for projects creating 100 or more lots.)
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- Ensures the proposed project will meet the City Land Development Code (LDC)
requirements and any applicable development agreement(s).
- PLDRB approved the Subdivision Master Plan April 19, 2023
2. Preliminary Plat (Requires administrative approval)
- Submitted with Construction Plans
- This approval allows the developer to obtain a site development permit and
commence construction of the infrastructure, including roadways, stormwater
systems/drainage retention ponds, installation of water and sewer lines, lift
station construction, etc.
- The Preliminary Plat was approved October 10, 2023
- Site Development Permit was issued February 5, 2024
3. Final Plat (Requires City Council approval)
- Reviewed by staff, the City Attorney and 2nd Party Surveyor to ensure the Final
Plat meets LDC regulations and State Statute requirements for recording.
- Current/Final stage for Council consideration
Subject Property Development/Infrastructure:
• Infrastructure improvements including roadways, stormwater management systems,
wastewater and potable water lines, lift station(s), etc. are to be constructed and
installed at the sole cost of the developer.
• Approximately 97 percent of the infrastructure for this project has been completed.
• The applicant has provided an estimate to complete the remaining construction
which has been found acceptable.
• Prior to plat execution the applicant will provide a bond in the amount of
$209,632.00 which is 120% of the cost to construct the remaining infrastructure.
• The roadways and stormwater management facilities are to remain privately owned
and maintained by the Property Owners Association (POA).
Offsite improvements:
• The right turn lanes into this project were already in existence and were provided by
the developer of the Town Center DRI with the construction of Royal Palms
Parkway. The Developer of this project is required to construct an east bound left
turn lane for the western entrance.
The project meets the technical requirements of the City Code and Florida Statutes,
Chapter 177 FS.
Recommended Action:
ADOPT RESOLUTION 2025-XX APPROVING THE FINAL PLAT AND AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR TO EXECUTE THE PLAT FOR APPLICATION 6054
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City of Palm Coast, Florida
Agenda Item
Agenda Date: April 15, 2025
Department COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Amount
Division PLANNING Account #
Subject: RESOLUTION 2025-XX APPROVING RESERVE EAST FINAL PLAT –
APPLICATION 5764
Presenter: Estelle Lens, AICP, Planner and Dennis R. Leap, PE, Site Development
Manager/Engineer
Attachments:
1. Presentation
2. Resolution
3. Final Plat
Background:
This is a quasi-judicial item, please disclose any ex-parte communications.
The application, submitted by Century Communities of Florida, LLC proposes to plat and
subdivide approximately 141.47 acres of land into 217 single family residential lots. The
project is located on the east side of Roberts Road, approximately 0.5 miles south of Colbert
Lane and 0.75 miles north of SR 100. The Future Land Use Map (FLUM) designation is
Residential and Conservation. The Official Zoning map designation is Single Family
Residential (SFR-1) and Preservation (PRS).
The Final Plat is the last step in the process of platting land which establishes legally
recognized lots for sale and development. The City of Palm Coast has a three-step process
which ensures compliance with zoning regulations and facilitates orderly community growth
by defining property boundaries, easements, roads, stormwater facilities, and other essential
features.
Subject Property History:
• The property was annexed into the City August 17, 2021
• FLUM and Zoning adopted January 24, 2022
Subdivision Process in Palm Coast (3 step process)
1. Subdivision Master Plan (Requires Planning and Land Development Board (PLDRB)
approval for projects creating 100 or more lots.)
- Ensures the proposed project will meet the City Land Development Code (LDC)
requirements and any applicable development agreement(s).
- PLDRB approved the Subdivision Master Plan June 15, 2022
2. Preliminary Plat (Requires administrative approval)
- Submitted with Construction Plans
- This approval allows the developer to obtain a site development permit and
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commence construction of the infrastructure, including roadways, stormwater
systems/drainage retention ponds, installation of water and sewer lines, lift
station construction, etc.
- The Preliminary Plat was approved December 20, 2022
- Site Development Permit was issued October 11, 2023
3. Final Plat (Requires City Council approval)
- Reviewed by staff, the City Attorney and 2nd Party Surveyor to ensure the Final
Plat meets LDC regulations and State Statute requirements for recording.
- Current/Final stage for Council consideration
Subject Property Development:
• Property is zoned Single Family Residential (SFR-1) and Preservation.
• SFR-1 zoning entitles the owner to develop 7 units per acre.
• The property is being developed at a density of 1.53 units per acre.
• Project places approximately 45 acres in conservation
Infrastructure improvements including roadways, stormwater management
systems, wastewater and potable water lines, lift station(s), etc. are to be
constructed and installed at the sole cost of the developer.
Approximately 99 percent of the infrastructure for this project has been
completed.
The applicant has provided an estimate to complete the remaining
construction which has been found acceptable.
Prior to plat execution the applicant will provide a bond in the amount of
$151,952.36 which is 120% of the cost to construct the remaining
infrastructure.
The roadways and stormwater management facilities are to remain privately
owned and maintained by the Property Owner’s Association (HOA).
The project meets the technical requirements of the City Code and Florida Statutes, Chapter
177 FS.
Recommended Action:
ADOPT RESOLUTION 2025-XX APPROVING THE FINAL PLAT AND AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR TO EXECUTE THE PLAT FOR APPLICATION 5764
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City of Palm Coast, Florida
Agenda Item
Agenda Date: April 15, 2025
Department CONSTRUCTION Amount $7,949,268.99
MANAGEMENT &
ENGINEERING
Division ENGINEERING Account # 21097011-063000-
54420 and 21055011-
034000-54104
Subject: RESOLUTION 2025-XX APPROVING A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT
WITH HALIFAX PAVING, INC., A CEI CONTRACT WITH GAI
CONSULTANTS, A POST DESIGN SERVICE WORK ORDER WITH
ENGLAND-THIMS & MILLER ENGINEERS, AND A PROJECT
CONTINGENCY FOR THE WHITEVIEW PARKWAY IMPROVEMENT
PROJECT
Presenter: Carl Cote, Director of Stormwater & Engineering
Attachments:
1. Presentation
2. Resolution
3. Draft Contract (Halifax)
4. WO Proposal
5. Notice of Intent to Award (Construction)
6. Project Overview (Construction)
7. Notice of Intent to Award (CEI)
8. Project Overview (CEI)
Background:
Council Priority:
D. Sustainable Environment and Infrastructure
ORIGINAL BACKGROUND FROM THE MARCH 8, 2022, WORKSHOP:
The Whiteview Parkway Corridor Safety Improvement is designed to improve safety for
both motorists and non-motorists, as well as improve traffic operations along the entire
corridor. Reported in the River to Sea TPO’s 2017 Crash Analysis, the segment within the
corridor, between Wood Aspen Ln. and Rolling Sands Dr., was ranked in the top 10 for
crash severity. The proposed project will improve safety along this segment by addressing
the turning movement conflicts created by the proximity of three intersections along the
corridor (Rolling Sands Dr., Wood Aspen Dr., and Woodbury Dr.). The proposed design
will provide access movement improvements that eliminate turning conflicts by an access
management plan to eliminate certain turning movements along this stretch of the White
View Pkwy Corridor. In addition to the access management improvements described
above, the proposed project will add either right or left turn lanes as recommended by the
completed corridor study. These improvements are intended to reduce the number of rear-
end collisions as well as improve traffic flow. These improvements are consistent with
addressing the findings of the 2012 Florida Strategic Highway Safety Plan, which identifies
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Intersection Crashes as an Emphasis Area. Finally, the project proposes the addition of
street lighting along the entire corridor, as well as the extension of the multi-purpose path
system that currently ends at White Mill to be extended to the west to provide a connection
to Rolling Sands and Wood Ash Lane. The lighting provides an additional safety benefit by
improving visibility along the corridor for both motorists and bicyclists, while the multi-
purpose path improves safety by creating a dedicated separate facility for bicyclists and
pedestrian users of the corridor.
• April 11, 2017, City Staff presented the project to City Council.
• January 31, 2018, a neighborhood meeting was held.
• May 24, 2018, and June 28, 2018, staff presented the project concept and discussed
479 the project with the Beautification and Environmental Advisory Committee.
• August 7, 2018, City Council Approved a Work Order with England-Thims & Miller
Inc. (ETM) to complete the design of the project.
The City submitted an application to FDOT/TPO to seek funding for the construction of the
improvements. It is currently ranked #4 on the TPO List of Prioritized Traffic Operations,
Safety, and Local Initiatives Projects. City staff have had numerous discussions regarding
this project for potential upcoming funding opportunities.
The previously completed design plans for Whiteview Parkway included: reducing the
existing 4-lane roadway to 2 lanes (road diet), an extension of the multi-use path from
Whitemill Drive to US-1, intersection improvements, and drainage improvements
associated with the roadway and path construction. Due to feedback received, ongoing
development will occur along and adjacent to the corridor, as well as the potential extension
of Whiteview Parkway to the west to accommodate future development to the west of the
railroad tracks. It has been determined that the design should be updated to seek a
modified design not reduce the existing roadway down from 4-lanes to 2-lanes. The City
negotiated and obtained a scope and fee proposed with ETM to provide services that
consist of a preliminary engineering analysis to determine the feasibility of constructing the
multi-use path without reducing the existing roadway down to two lanes. Services will
include preliminary roadway and path design, preliminary drainage design, coordination
with COPC and St. John’s River Water Management District (SJRWMD) staff, and
preparation of plans to the 15% design level. Upon completion of the preliminary
engineering analysis, a determination will be made as to whether it is feasible to proceed
with the final design, permitting, and final plans preparation. If determined to be feasible,
then ETM will then proceed with engineering services to provide a final design for
construction of the improvements without reducing the existing roadway to two lanes.
On August 7, 2018, the Council approved a work order with England-Thims & Miller for
design services for the Whiteview Parkway Improvement Project. The originally completed
design plans for Whiteview Parkway included: reducing the existing 4-lane roadway down
to 2 lanes (road diet), an extension of the multi-use path from Whitemill Drive to US-1,
intersection improvements, and drainage improvements associated with the roadway and
path construction.
On September 7, 2021, and follow-up on October 12, 2021, City staff presented an
overview of the project and current status as well as a scope of work that consisted of the
completion of an engineering analysis to determine the feasibility of constructing the multi-
use path without reducing the existing roadway down to two lanes.
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On October 12, 2021, the Council approved a work order with England-Thims & Miller for
a feasibility study, in the amount of $130,059. The results of that study indicated that
construction of the revised project is feasible.
On February 15, 2022, A public meeting was held to present the feasibility study and to
obtain citizen feedback on the proposed changes. The comments regarding the updated
design were positive with indication that this option was preferred.
On March 18, 2022, the council approved a work order with England-Thims & Miller for
engineering services to provide final design plans, permitting, and FDOT updates and
services as required to prepare a set of construction documents for the improvements to
Whiteview Parkway.
On April 4, 2023, City Council approved a FDOT LAP Agreement (#449855-1-58-01) for
grant funding in the amount of $1,579,264.00 for the construction phase of this project.
This amount is to cover the FDOT eligible items portion of the project.
This item is to approve the reconstruction and resurfacing of Whiteview Parkway;
installation of turn lanes; curb and gutter; raised curbed grass medians and 12’ wide
multiuse path. The project limits are from the western intersection of US 1 to 400 ft West
of Belle Terre Parkway: 400 ft East of Belle Terre Parkway to the curve onto Pritchard
Drive. The project is approximately 3.4 miles. The project is an off-system project with
impact on one on-system road, US 1.
Construction Engineering & Inspection Services (CEI) services are a requirement of the
LAP Agreement. The CEI services, RFSQ-SWE-23-33, was advertised on April 12, 2023,
and the City received three (3) qualification proposals on June 1, 2023. City staff evaluated
the proposals and selected GAI Consultants as the most qualified proposer and negotiated
a scope and fee with GAI Consultants to provide CEI services in the amount of $570,116.20
for this project.
On November 27, 2024, staff advertised Bid (IITB-SWE-23-18) for the Whiteview Parkway
Improvement Project. Staff received three (3) bids that was responsive and responsible.
The project bid overview and notice of intent to award are attached. Staff recommends
awarding the contract to the lowest bidder Halifax Paving, Inc. in the amount of
$6,571,491.97. The Notice of Intent to Award and Project Overview are attached.
Post Design Services will be provided by the design team to provide environmental and
other miscellaneous post design services including, but not limited to, design revisions,
contractor’s revision reviews, review and responses to RFIs, attending construction
progress meetings, and other on-call services to assist the City during construction.
England-Thims & Miller (ETM) will provide responses to issues related to changes or
questions regarding design and will provide revised plans or exhibits to document
revisions. Any revision will be provided to the City as an addendum to the conformed plans
and specifications. The City negotiated a scope and fee to be billed for actual hours
required in the amount of $85,000.00.
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In addition, based on past experience with similar construction projects, staff is requesting
a project contingency in the amount of $722,660.82. to address unforeseen circumstances
and/or unknown conditions.
This item is to seek approval of the contracts and expenses for a total project cost of
$7,949,268.99.
Funds for this project are budgeted out of the Transportation Impact Fee Fund and the
Street Improvement Fund for FY 2025.
Source of Funds Worksheet FY 2025
Transportation Impact Fee 21097011-063000-54420 $7,200,000.00
Total Expended/Encumbered to Date $3,944.28
Pending Work Orders/Contracts $0.00
Current (WO/Contract) $6,796,773.99
Balance $399,281.73
Source of Funds Worksheet FY 2025
Street Improvement Fund 2105011-034000-54104 $6,293,958.00
Total Expended/Encumbered to Date $3,581,018.44
Pending Work Orders/Contracts $0.00
Current (WO/Contract) $1,152,495.00
Balance $1,560,444.56
Recommended Action:
RESOLUTION 2025-XX APPROVING A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT WITH
HALIFAX PAVING, INC., A CEI CONTRACT WITH GAI CONSULTANTS, A POST
DESIGN SERVICE WORK ORDER WITH ENGLAND-THIMS & MILLER ENGINEERS,
AND PROJECT CONTINGENCY FOR THE WHITEVIEW PARKWAY IMPROVEMENT
PROJECT
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City of Palm Coast, Florida
Agenda Item
Agenda Date: April 15, 2025
Department WATER AND WASTEWATER Amount AS NEEDED
UTILITY
Division Account # 54029082 063000 82001
54029082 063000 82019
Water/Wastewater Utility
Capital Fund
Subject: RESOLUTION 2025-XX APPROVING A MASTER SERVICES AGREEMENT
WITH G.E.M. STONE CONTRACTORS, INC., FOR THE INSTALLATION OF
NEW AND REPLACEMENT PEP TANKS
Presenter: James Melley, Utility Systems Manager
Attachments:
1. Resolution
2. Draft Contract
3. Notice of Intent to Award
4. Project Overview
Background:
Council Priority:
B. Safe and Reliable Services
As part of City Council’s goals to ensure that all infrastructure maintenance and performance
is a priority, as well as providing wastewater services to new residents, City staff is
recommending approving a Master Services Agreement with G.E.M. Stone Contractors, Inc.,
for the installation and replacement of PEP tanks. New methods of installation will require
more work at a single job to expedite the installation of tanks to better serve building
timelines and free multiple staff members. This method of installation will require one visit to
complete a tank install, previously requiring three visits. One by City staff and two by
separate contractors. The process will allow two staff members to no longer focus on one
aspect of the installation and focus on maintaining prompt responses to customers and
keeping a high level of service. The increased contractor cost is negated by the time saved
by staff intervention.
In accordance with the City’s purchasing policy, City staff advertised and solicited bids for
construction services to install and replace PEP tanks. The staff recommends approving a
Master Services Agreement with G.E.M. Stone Contractors, Inc., This contract (ITB-UT-25-
32) will be an annual service agreement to provide construction services. Actual
expenditures under these contracts will depend on the demand for PEP tank installations
and replacements.
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Recommended Action:
ADOPT RESOLUTION 2025-XX APPROVING A MASTER SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH
G.E.M. STONE CONTRACTORS, INC., FOR THE INSTALLATION OF NEW AND
REPLACEMENT PEP TANKS
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City of Palm Coast, Florida
Agenda Item
Agenda Date: April 15, 2025
Department COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Amount AS NEEDED
Division CODE ENFORCEMENT Account # 10013508-034000
General Fund
Subject: RESOLUTION 2025-XX APPROVING A MASTER SERVICES AGREEMENT
WITH TRI- COUNTY BOBCAT SERVICES, INC., FOR CITYWIDE TREE
SERVICES
Presenter: Barbara Grossman, Code Enforcement Manager
Attachments:
1. Resolution
2. Draft Master Services Agreement
3. Notice Of Intent to Award
4. Project Overview
Background:
Council Priority:
B. Safe and Reliable Services
The Code Enforcement Division is responsible for making sure all City Codes of Ordinances
are followed by all property owners. There is a need for contractors to perform various tree
services for the City including services necessary for tree removal on those properties
where property owners do not comply with City Code. The Master Services Agreement
with our current provider has expired.
In accordance with the City’s Purchasing Policy, City staff advertised and solicited bids for
Citywide tree services on an as-needed basis. The City received two (2) bids which were
responsive and responsible. The project bid overview and notice of intent to award are
attached. Staff recommends City Council approve a Master Services Agreement with Tri-
County Bobcat Services, Inc., for a three (3) year term with two (2) one (1) year renewals
for Citywide tree services.
City staff will purchase these services on an as-needed basis using budgeted funds as
appropriated by City Council. The Fiscal Year 2025 Budget includes funds to purchase
these services on an as-needed basis.
SOURCE OF FUNDS WORKSHEET FY 2025
CODE ENFORCEMENT-CITYWIDE TREE SERVICE
10013508-034000 $597,450.00
Total Expenses/Encumbered to date $390,202.08
Pending Work Orders/Contracts $0.00
Balance $207,247.92
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Recommended Action:
ADOPT RESOLUTION 2025-XX APPROVING A MASTER SERVICES AGREEMENT
WITH TRI- COUNTY BOBCAT SERVICES, INC., FOR CITYWIDE TREE SERVICES
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City of Palm Coast, Florida
Agenda Item
Agenda Date: April 15, 2025
Department WATER AND WASTEWATER Amount $402,130.82
UTILITY
Division Account # 54029082 063000
82022
Water/Wastewater
Capital Fund
Subject: RESOLUTION 2025-XX APPROVING PIGGYBACKING THE SOURCEWELL
CONTRACT WITH KOHLER POWER SYSTEMS FOR ELECTRICAL ENERGY
POWER GENERATION EQUIPMENT AS NEEDED
Presenter: Danny Ashburn, Wastewater Utility Systems Manager
Attachments:
1. Resolution
2. Contract
3. Proposal
Background:
Council Priority:
D. Sustainable Environment and Infrastructure
Staff is requesting approval to purchase a Kohler Model KD1000 EPA Certified Generator
with 1600 amp 100% LSI Breaker. This unit will replace the existing thirty-year-old 500KW
CAT generator. During a loss of FPL power, this generator supplies auxiliary power to 40%
of the plant's process equipment. The existing generator is a liability due to its age and the
fact that there are no available factory parts for this model and year unit.
City staff is recommending piggybacking the Sourcewell RFP# 09222-KOH with Kohler
Power Systems for the purchase of a Kohler Model KD1000 EPA Certified Diesel Generator
with 1600 amp 100% LSI Breaker. 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 these services using budgeted funds appropriated by the City
Council. The Fiscal Year 2025 Budget includes available funding for these services.
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SOURCE OF FUNDS WORKSHEET FY25
WWTP#1 EXPANSION/REHAB_RR 54029082 063000 82022 $0.00
Budget Transfer From 54029082 063000 82002 $425,000.00
Total Expended/Encumbered to Date $0.00
Pending Work Orders/Contracts $0.00
Current (WO/ Contracts) $402,130.82
Balance $22,869.18
Recommended Action:
ADOPT RESOLUTION 2025-XX APPROVING PIGGYBACKING THE SOURCEWELL
CONTRACT WITH KOHLER POWER SYSTEMS FOR ELECTRICAL ENERGY POWER
GENERATION EQUIPMENT AS NEEDED
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City of Palm Coast, Florida
Agenda Item
Agenda Date: April 15, 2025
Department CONSTRUCTION Amount $ 129,270
MANAGEMENT & ENGINEERING
Division ENGINEERING Account # 21066015-063000-
61400
Subject: RESOLUTION 2025-XX APPROVING A MASTER SERVICES AGREEMENT
WITH FOREFRONT ARCHITECTURE & ENGINEERING, LLC FOR
ARCHITECTURE AND ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR COMMUNITY
CENTER PARKING EXPANSION AND ADAPTIVE REUSE OF FIRE
STATION #22
Presenter: Eric Gebo, Architect III
Attachments:
1. Resolution
2. Draft Contract
3. Proposals (2)
4. Notice of Intent to Award
5. Project Overview
Background:
Council Priority:
D. Sustainable Environment and Infrastructure
UPDATED BACKGROUND FROM THE APRIL 8, 2025, WORKSHOP:
No changes were made to the item.
ORIGINAL BACKGROUND FROM THE APRIL 8, 2025, WORKSHOP:
In October of last year, staff presented two options to Council for the expansion of the
community center parking and the future of Fire Station 22. The directive was that the
existing building would remain and options for renovating and repurposing the building into
alternate uses would be developed and presented back to Council. Programming ideas to
be explored included its use as a history museum, an arts venue or various other public
events gathering spaces. The building site and adjacent parcel was to be developed
allowing for 90 new spaces or 228 total spaces available to serve the Community Center.
Staff advertised a request for qualifications (#RFSQ-SWE-25-02) for architecture and
engineering services for the Community Center parking expansion and adaptive reuse
design of Fire Station #22. Staff received two (2) bids that were responsive and responsible.
The project bid overview and notice of intent to award are attached. Staff recommends
awarding the contract to Forefront Architecture & Engineering.
Staff negotiated a scope and fee for the following tasks -
o Task 1
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Design, Engineering and Construction Documents for the Palm
Coast Community Center Parking Expansion
$104,650.00
o Task 2
Programming and Needs Assessment for the existing Fire Station
22
$24,620.00
This item is to request approval of a contract with Forefront Architect & Engineering in a
not-to-exceed amount of $129,270.
Funds for this project are budgeted out of the Recreation Impact Fund for FY 2025.
Source of Funds Worksheet FY 2025
Recreation Impact Fun 21066015-063000-61400 $150,000.00
Total Expended/Encumbered to Date $8,042.77
Pending Work Orders/Contracts $0.00
Current (WO/Contract) $129,270.00
Balance $12,687.23
ADOPT RESOLUTION 2025-XX APPROVING A MASTER SERVICES AGREEMENT Recommen
WITH FOREFRONT ARCHITECTURE & ENGINEERING, LLC FOR ARCHITECTURE ADOPT RE
AND ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR COMMUNITY CENTER PARKING EXPANSION HALIFAX P
AND ADAPTIVE REUSE OF FIRE STATION #22
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City of Palm Coast, Florida
Agenda Item
Agenda Date: April 15, 2025
Department FINANCIAL SERVICES Amount
Division Account #
Subject: REPORTING OF EMERGENCY AND SOLE SOURCE PURCHASES FOR
MARCH 2025
Presenter: Lauren Johnston, Acting City Manager
Attachments:
1. Emergency and Sole Source Purchase Report
Background:
Attached is a list of all emergency and sole source purchases for the month of March 2025,
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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