City Council Business Meeting
Regular MeetingPalm Coast, FL · June 3, 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, June 3, 2025 6:00 PM
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.
NOTICE: This meeting is being live streamed on the City of Palm Coast YouTube channel and audio recorded for public
record and transparency.
A. PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS - 5:30 P.M.
This section of the agenda was opened at 5:30 p.m.
1. JON NETTS COMMUNITY WING UNVEILING
Ms. Johnston and Mr. Hirst presented the plaque and history of Mr. Netts.
Robert MacDonald, Mrs. Netts, Council Member Sullivan, and Kathy Reichard-
Ellavsky shared comments.
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2. PROCLAMATION - FLAGLER CARES 10 YEAR CELEBRATION
Ms. Johnston read the proclamation into the record.
Carrie Baird, Chief Executive Officer of Flagler Cares, shared a short
presentation about the organization.
B. CALL TO ORDER THE BUSINESS MEETING – 6:00 P.M.
The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m.
C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND A MOMENT OF SILENCE
D. ROLL CALL
City Clerk Kaley Cook called the roll. All members were present.
E. 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.
Public comment opened at 6:01 p.m.
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Jeremy Davis began speaking on item 11 of the agenda. Mayor Norris asked Mr.
Davis to hold his public comment until the item, per the Council policies and
procedures.
Andy Dodzik, resident and retired consulting engineer, discussed impact fees
and did not understand why the City does not have a development impact fee.
Ken McDowell discussed upcoming Charter review, provided a suggestion for
Council Members to represent their district, and provided additional suggestions.
Dennis Siccola discussed the history of VRBO (short-term rentals) and the
issues he is having.
Mayor Norris asked Ms. Johnston to follow up with the resident.
Mike Cocchiola discussed a proposal to allow commercial vehicles to park in
residential areas and was not in favor of the proposal.
Jeanie Duarte echoed concerns of the community, discussed utility bill
increases, transaction fees, stuck meters not charging for usage, wanted to
know where the funds collected over the years have gone, was concerned for
approvals prior to reviewing final drafts and without time for the public to provide
feedback, Council districts, cellphone tower locations, impact fees, and spending
over the charter amount.
Neftali DeJesus, owner of 1621 remodeling, partner of Florida Green Building
Construction, lead Pastor of Rustic Fellowship, and executive secretary of the
Flagler Home Builders Association was thankful for Council's efforts and wanted
to get to know the Council Members and Mayor.
Mary Vasilevsky, Chair of BEAC, partner of Florida Green Building, thanked the
Council, discussed sustainable growth patterns, and cautioned the Council on
burnout of their work as Council Members.
Darlene Shelley discussed her research, emissions from aircrafts, flights to and
from Flagler Executive Airport, and the lack of benefit to Palm Coast residents.
James Deen discussed swale maintenance and the history of maintenance on
his street.
Mayor Norris asked the resident to work with Lynn Stevens, Deputy Director of
Stormwater & Engineering.
Robert MacDonald discussed the use of an emergency exit door and asked why
the mayor has the right to use an emergency door.
Monica Garcia, owner of Monica Clean, was proud to hire only local residents,
her efforts to help keep the local economy strong, and recognized the positive
things happening in Palm Coast.
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Bruce Stone discussed outrageous water problems and recent local newspaper
articles.
Edith Campens discussed commercial vehicle parking, was not in favor of
making a change, and recommended putting the item on the ballot.
Mayor Norris asked Ms. Johnston if she had any follow ups.
Ms. Johnston replied that staff will reach out to the resident regarding short-term
rentals.
Council Member Miller reiterated comments from prior meetings, that short-term
rentals are allowed by the state and the City's ordinance put regulations in place.
Council Member Miller held discussion with Ms. Johnston on meter testing and
replacements.
Vice Mayor Pontieri asked for an update on a letter regarding the Flagler
Executive Airport.
Attorney Duffy replied that his office is working on it, potential options, and that
the letter will go out in the next week or two.
Council Member Sullivan asked if the City has a noise ordinance.
Ms. Johnston replied yes.
F. MINUTES
3. MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL:
MAY 20, 2025, BUSINESS MEETING
MAY 27, 2025, WORKSHOP MEETING
Pass
Motion made to approve by Council Member Miller, seconded by Council
Member Gambaro
Approved - 5 - Mayor Michael Norris, Vice Mayor Theresa Pontieri, Council
Member Charles Gambaro, Council Member Ty Miller, Council Member
David Sullivan
G. ORDINANCES SECOND READ
4. ORDINANCE 2025-08 AMENDMENTS TO THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE
CITY OF PALM COAST, CHAPTER 42, STREETS, ROADS, BRIDGES, AND
OTHER PUBLIC PLACES
City Attorney Duffy read the title into the record.
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Ms. Johnston opened the item and shared that no changes have been made to
the item since first reading.
Mr. Hirst was available for questions.
Public Comment:
There were none.
Pass
Motion made to be adopted on second reading by Vice Mayor Pontieri and
seconded by Council Member Miller
Approved - 5 - Mayor Michael Norris, Vice Mayor Theresa Pontieri, Council
Member Charles Gambaro, Council Member Ty Miller, Council Member
David Sullivan
5. ORDINANCE 2025-09 49 & 51 PINE CREST LANE REZONING
City Attorney Duffy read the title into the record and called for any ex parte
communications. There were none.
Ms. Johnston shared that no changes have been made to the item since first
reading.
Michael Hanson, Planner, provided a brief overview of the item and was
available for questions.
Council Member Miller asked if changes to the property lines have been properly
recorded and concern for legal encumbrances.
Mr. Hanson provided the details of a nonstatuatory lot split.
Public Comment:
There were none.
Pass
Motion made to be adopted on second reading by Council Member Sullivan
and seconded by Council Member Gambaro
Approved - 5 - Mayor Michael Norris, Vice Mayor Theresa Pontieri, Council
Member Charles Gambaro, Council Member Ty Miller, Council Member
David Sullivan
H. ORDINANCES FIRST READ
6. ORDINANCE 2025-XX AMENDING CHAPTER 29 IMPACT FEES, ARTICLE II
TRANSPORTATION IMPACT FEES, CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF
PALM COAST, TO ADJUST RATES BASED ON A COMPREHENSIVE STUDY
INCLUDING AN EXTRAORDINARY CIRCUMSTANCES STUDY
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City Attorney Duffy read the title into the record.
Ms. Johnston provided a background of the item and highlighted the changes
requested by City Council during the May 27, 2025, Workshop Meeting.
Phong Nguyen, Senior Planner, and Jonathan Paul, Principle of NUE Urban
Concepts, presented the item to Council.
City Council held discussion on the following topics: recommended
strikethroughs, impacts from the requested changes, questions on the study,
legalities of the recommendations, pending legislation, project costs, inflation,
appreciation for the work that was done on the topic, displeasure for items not
included in the study, planning for extraordinary circumstances, request to see
the projects with future dollar costs, anticipated monies and actual dollars
received, tiered system, average size units within the City of Palm Coast,
support for the square footage method, unpredictability of construction costs,
projects included, and recommendations for next steps.
Mr. Nguyen outlined the requested changes.
Motion by Council Member Gambaro to approve the first reading of the
ordinance, with the 5 amendments outlined by Mr. Nguyen 1-remove US 1 from
Whiteview Parkway to Espanola from the calculations, 2-$12.5 million potential
funding from DOT and TPO, 3-residential based on sq. ft., 4-remove section 7
effective date which provided an allowance for 6 months for projects in the
pipeline, 5-removal of SR-100 from Old Kings Rd. to Colbert Rd. The motion was
seconded by Council Member Miller.
Public Comment:
Tony Amaral stated that this is what happens when we try to rush and pass an
Ordinance that is not ready, then we wonder why residents have complaints,
discussed the amounts and that the math is not adding up, the process is
confusing and encouraged Council to do this in a timely manner but not a rushed
manner.
Annamaria Long, Executive Officer of the Flagler Home Builders Association,
appreciated the workshop but had questions about the math, reiterated that
there are no extraordinary circumstances, that growth matches the projections
from 2020 perfectly, discussed the 2018 Ordinance, and general description of
extraordinary.
Darlene Shelley shared concerns for safety, health, welfare, and property values,
and wanted developers to pay for infrastructure before they are allowed to
develop.
Robbie Barrick, CEO of Integrity Home, and President of the Flagler Home
Builders Association, discussed the rushing of the process, making changes on
the fly, did not think the process was well thought out, and asked for the
reasoning to fast track the Ordinance.
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Vice Mayor Pontieri agreed that we need to see where these numbers fall and
then vote on it, that her concern is to ensure legal defensibility, wanted to see
updated figures, and recommended workshopping this item again before voting
on first reading.
City Council held discussion with Attorney Duffy on substantial changes and
proper public notice.
Attorney Duffy provided procedure for the options available.
The motion and second were withdrawn.
Pass
Vice Mayor Pontieri motioned to table the first read to next business
meeting, June 17, and to bring the item back at the next workshop, June
10. The motion was seconded by Council Member Miller.
Approved - 5 - Mayor Michael Norris, Vice Mayor Theresa Pontieri, Council
Member Charles Gambaro, Council Member Ty Miller, Council Member
David Sullivan
7. ORDINANCE 2025-XX AMENDING CHAPTER 29 IMPACT FEES, ARTICLE IV FIRE
& RESCUE IMPACT FEES, CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF PALM
COAST, TO ADJUST RATES BASED ON A COMPREHENSIVE STUDY INCLUDING
AN EXTRAORDINARY CIRCUMSTANCES STUDY
City Attorney Duffy read the title into the record.
Eric Gebo, Architect III, and Sean Ocasio from Raftelis, presented the topic to
Council.
City Council held discussion on the following topics: request to move to the
changes, calculations, inclusion of future costs, exhibits of the Ordinance,
considerations for language regarding exceptions, a request to further define
what may materially alter, broader review of all ordinances, and requested
updates as outlined in the motion.
Public Comment:
Tony Amaral shared that fire is important, liked the discussion, and
complimented Council on a good job.
Annamaria Long reiterated her earlier comments and did not believe there are
extraordinary circumstances.
Pass
Motion made to approve the first reading with the following amendments:
section 29-103 to ensure the correct numbers are included, change section
29-105 to City Council review, update section 29-108 to issuance at permit,
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update section 29-110 to review by City Council, and remove section 29-
111 by Council Member Miller and seconded by Council Member Sullivan
Approved - 5 - Mayor Michael Norris, Vice Mayor Theresa Pontieri, Council
Member Charles Gambaro, Council Member Ty Miller, Council Member
David Sullivan
8. ORDINANCE 2025-XX AMENDING CHAPTER 29 IMPACT FEES, ARTICLE III
PARK SYSTEM IMPACT FEES, CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF PALM
COAST, TO ADJUST RATES BASED ON A COMPREHENSIVE STUDY INCLUDING
AN EXTRAORDINARY CIRCUMSTANCES STUDY
City Attorney Duffy read the title into the record.
Eric Gebo, Architect III, and Sean Ocasio from Raftelis, presented the updates
since the May 27 workshop meeting.
City Council held discussion on the following topics: extraordinary circumstances
for the quality of life, residual benefits of parks and direction connections to
public safety.
Public Comment:
Tony Amaral supported parks, but highlighted unanswered questions from the
study, asked about calculations and lack of ability to answer level of service.
Annamaria Long shared the concerns of the prior speaker, concerned with the
calculations of the land, features of the parks, importance of knowing if the
calculations are true calculations, ability to calculate the level of service, passive
versus active park land, and extraordinary circumstances.
Council Member Miller commented on land acquisition and Tract 17 as more
beneficial as industrial/commercial as we ramp up economic development
opportunities.
Vice Mayor Pontieri discussed levels of service and Tract 17.
Council Member Sullivan discussed the entitlements connected to Tract 17.
Pass
Motion made to approve the first reading with the following amendments:
section 29-103 to ensure the correct numbers are included, change section
29-105 to City Council review, update section 29-108 to issuance at permit,
update section 29-110 to review by City Council, and remove section 29-
111 by Council Member Miller and seconded by Council Member Sullivan
Approved - 5 - Mayor Michael Norris, Vice Mayor Theresa Pontieri, Council
Member Charles Gambaro, Council Member Ty Miller, Council Member
David Sullivan
I. RESOLUTIONS
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9. RESOLUTION 2025-80 APPROVING AN OPTION AND GROUND LEASE
AGREEMENT WITH DIAMOND TOWERS V, LLC FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A
TELECOMMUNICATIONS TOWER AT 350 PALM COAST PKWY NE
City Attorney Duffy read the title into the record.
Ms. Johnston highlighted the adoption of the Wireless Master Plan which
identified tower sites, including the two on the agenda this evening.
Doug Akins, Director of Information Technology, presented items 9 and 10
together.
City Council held discussion with Mr. Akins on the difference in lease terms and
the selection of the locations.
Public Comment:
Darlene Shelley spoke on behalf of Ms. Pugliese to share studies from the
International Association of Firefighters and not wanting towers on fire
department property, health concerns, that Council cannot guarantee that this is
safe for humans and discussed potential lawsuits.
Sabrina McCauley discussed fire station locations, the tower as an eyesore, debt
of the City, and stated that residents of the area do not want the tower at this
location.
Jeanie Duarte said that she has never lost cellphone service in the area,
believed this was for the company not the residents, and was concerned for
health of the residents.
Joe Runac was not sure why this location was selected, stated that the wireless
master plan is outdated, that the tower is unneeded, IAFF has opposed since
2004 and in 2017 stated that fire stations are not to be used at base stations for
cell towers, asked if Council has looked at the location for the residents, and
discussed property values.
Rochelle Gildar asked to put the tower where there are no people.
C.D. Roussell shared his history, putting a cellphone tower on a County park,
shared considerations, disguises for cell towers, locations and the reason for
putting them at fire stations, and discussed exposure to 5G.
City Council held discussion with Mr. Akins and Mr. DeLorenzo on alternate
locations that were considered, land use restrictions of land previously
considered, and placement of the tower on the selected locations.
Pass
Motion made to approve by Council Member Miller and seconded by
Council Member Gambaro
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Approved - 5 - Mayor Michael Norris, Vice Mayor Theresa Pontieri,
Council Member Charles Gambaro, Council Member Ty Miller,
Council Member David Sullivan
10. RESOLUTION 2025-81 APPROVING AN OPTION AND GROUND LEASE
AGREEMENT WITH WIRELESS EDGE TOWERS III, LLC FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF A TELECOMMUNICATIONS TOWER AT 50 CITATION BLVD
City Attorney Duffy read the title into the record.
Mr. Akins provided a brief overview of the item.
Public Comment:
Denise Henry asked about the differences in lease terms.
Darlene Shelley stated that money means more than the health and safety of
residents in Palm Coast, shared concern for emissions, lowering property
values, violating County overlay, and resident rights to health, safety, welfare,
and protection of homes.
Jeanie Duarte was in agreement with the prior speaker and asked about the
impacts to wildlife.
Pass
Motion made to approve by Council Member Gambaro and seconded by
Council Member Sullivan
Approved - 5 - Mayor Michael Norris, Vice Mayor Theresa Pontieri, Council
Member Charles Gambaro, Council Member Ty Miller, Council Member
David Sullivan
11. RESOLUTION 2025-86 APPROVING AN INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN
CITY OF PALM COAST AND THE FLAGLER COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE FOR
THETEMPORARY ASSIGNMENT OF AN EXECUTIVE STAFF MEMBER
City Attorney Duffy read the title into the record.
Ms. Johnston provided a background of the item.
Attorney Duffy shared an amendment to section 4.
City Council held discussion on the following topics: the City Charter, contract
negotiations with the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office, duties of Chief Strobridge in
the separate roles, history of discussion on the topic, budget, funding, and the
need for the assistance.
Public Comment:
Jeremy Davis discussed the decision before the Council, stated that it creates a
clear conflict of interest during budget season, discussed the history of issues he
has dealt with, and that Palm Coast needs someone to take ownership.
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Jeanie Duarte discussed actions of former Mayor Holland, stated that this is an
admission that the Acting City Manager cannot do the job, that FCSO has the
largest line item of the City’s budget, and that this seems corrupt.
Darlene Shelley agreed with the prior speakers, discussed conflicts of interest,
already paying for services from the sheriff's department, budget, and legalities.
Denise Henry was against the item and wanted it taken care of in-house.
Mark Webb was disturbed by the lack of transparency for the needs during the
upcoming budget, struggles with Palm Coast City Council, authority to complete
the hire, plenty of contractors to help supplement services, that FCSO is the
single largest contracted group that we deal with, and that perception is
everything.
Annamaria Long spoke about Ms. Johnston and her integrity, shared concerns
for conflict of interest and to consider the precedence that is being set.
Vice Mayor Pontieri held discussion with Ms. Johnston and Attorney Duffy on the
authority of the City Manager to hire and why there is a need for City Council to
vote on this item.
Public Comment:
Jeanie Duarte shared concern for timing, conflicts of interest, and was shocked
that Sheriff Staly would allow this.
Darlene Shelley clarified that she did not mean to demean the Acting City
Manager or Council, stated that the decision should be based on the needs of
the residents, and had questions on the amount of time that staff is working with
the developer or airport.
Council Member Sullivan highlighted the language in the job description.
Pass
Motion made to approve by Council Member Gambaro and seconded by
Council Member Miller
Approved - 4 - Vice Mayor Theresa Pontieri, Council Member Charles
Gambaro, Council Member Ty Miller, Council Member David Sullivan
Denied - 1 - Mayor Michael Norris
J. CONSENT
Council Member Miller and Vice Mayor Pontieri held discussion with Mr. Akins
on item 14.
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Public Comment:
Jeanie Duarte shared that she has been to the real time crime center, citizens
programs that allow cameras to be shared, and asked where the cameras will be
going and for what purpose.
Pass
Motion made to to be adopted on consent by Council Member Gambaro
and seconded by Council Member Sullivan
Approved - 4 - Mayor Michael Norris, Council Member Charles Gambaro,
Council Member Ty Miller, Council Member David Sullivan
Denied - 1 - Vice Mayor Theresa Pontieri
12. RESOLUTION 2025-83 APPROVING PIGGYBACK CONTRACTS WITH NEW
SMYRNA BEACH UTILITIES AND SPARKS CONCRETE, LLC FOR CONCRETE
AND ASPHALT SERVICES
13. RESOLUTION 2025-82 APPROVING MASTER SERVICES AGREEMENTS WITH
MULTIPLE FIRMS FOR CITYWIDE GEOTECHNICAL AND LABORATORY
SERVICES
14. RESOLUTION 2025-84 APPROVING A CONTRACT WITH AXON FOR FUSUS
VIDEO SURVEILLANCE PLATFORM
15. RESOLUTION 2025-84 STRATEGIC ACTION PLAN PRIORITIES
K. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
Remainder of Public Comments is limited to three (3) minutes each.
Jeremy Davis stated that public comment feels more like a formality rather than
a function and that residents deserve better.
Darlene Shelley agreed with the comments from the prior speaker and discussed
resident issues, complaints about the Flagler Executive Airport, FAA guidance,
and health concerns.
Jeanie Duarte would like to see the residents get more credit for coming to
Council, for their research, and communications.
Mark Webb shared that a radio station pulled his public comment from a Council
Meeting, that residents are not informed that the city is releasing the video for
public record, and ask that it be announced or be included on the agenda.
L. DISCUSSION BY CITY COUNCIL OF MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA
Council Member Miller provided sports updates and an email regarding the
Firefighter Explorer program.
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Council Member Gambaro thanked Ramon Marrero, president of the Hispanic-
American Cultural Society, for the recent festival, shared an announcement that
we have 5 applicants for the Charter Review Committee and encourage
residents to apply, and shared about an upcoming Northeast Florida Regional
Council Meeting.
Council Member Miller shared TPO meeting updates.
Council Member Norris shared about his call with the Florida Fish and Wildlife
Conservation Commission (FWC) regarding hogs in the Matanzas Woods area
and asked Ms. Johnston to work with County on the program described.
M. DISCUSSION BY CITY ATTORNEY OF MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA
There were none.
N. DISCUSSION BY CITY MANAGER OF MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA
There were none.
O. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 10:25 p.m.
Respectfully submitted by: Kaley Cook, CMC, FCRM
City Clerk
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Attachment to June 3, 2025 Business Meeting Minutes
Agenda
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City Council Business
Mayor Michael Norris
Vice Mayor Theresa Pontieri
Council Member Charles Gambaro
Council Member Ty Miller
Council Member David Sullivan
Tuesday, June 3, 2025 6:00 PM 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. PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS - 5:30 P.M.
1. JON NETTS COMMUNITY WING UNVEILING
2. PROCLAMATION - FLAGLER CARES 10 YEAR CELEBRATION
B. CALL TO ORDER THE BUSINESS MEETING - 6 P.M.
C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG AND A MOMENT OF SILENCE
D. ROLL CALL
E. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
Public Participation shall be held in accordance with Section 286.0114 Florida Statutes. And
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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.
F. MINUTES
3. MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL:
MAY 20, 2025, BUSINESS MEETING
MAY 27, 2025, WORKSHOP MEETING
G. ORDINANCES SECOND READ
4. ORDINANCE 2025-XX AMENDMENTS TO THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE
CITY OF PALM COAST, CHAPTER 42, STREETS, ROADS, BRIDGES, AND
OTHER PUBLIC PLACES
5. ORDINANCE 2025-XX 49 & 51 PINE CREST LANE REZONING
H. ORDINANCES FIRST READ
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6. ORDINANCE 2025-XX AMENDING CHAPTER 29 IMPACT FEES, ARTICLE II
TRANSPORTATION IMPACT FEES, CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF
PALM COAST, TO ADJUST RATES BASED ON A COMPREHENSIVE STUDY
INCLUDING AN EXTRAORDINARY CIRCUMSTANCES STUDY
7. ORDINANCE 2025-XX AMENDING CHAPTER 29 IMPACT FEES, ARTICLE IV FIRE
& RESCUE IMPACT FEES, CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF PALM
COAST, TO ADJUST RATES BASED ON A COMPREHENSIVE STUDY INCLUDING
AN EXTRAORDINARY CIRCUMSTANCES STUDY
8. ORDINANCE 2025-XX AMENDING CHAPTER 29 IMPACT FEES, ARTICLE III
PARK SYSTEM IMPACT FEES, CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF PALM
COAST, TO ADJUST RATES BASED ON A COMPREHENSIVE STUDY INCLUDING
AN EXTRAORDINARY CIRCUMSTANCES STUDY
I. RESOLUTIONS
9. RESOLUTION 2025-XX APPROVING AN OPTION AND GROUND LEASE
AGREEMENT WITH DIAMOND TOWERS V, LLC FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A
TELECOMMUNICATIONS TOWER AT 350 PALM COAST PKWY NE
10. RESOLUTION 2025-XX APPROVING AN OPTION AND GROUND LEASE
AGREEMENT WITH WIRELESS EDGE TOWERS III, LLC FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF A TELECOMMUNICATIONS TOWER AT 50 CITATION BLVD
11. RESOLUTION 2025-XX APPROVING AN INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN
CITY OF PALM COAST AND THE FLAGLER COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE FOR
THE TEMPORARY ASSIGNMENT OF AN EXECUTIVE STAFF MEMBER
II. CONSENT
12. RESOLUTION 2025-XX APPROVING PIGGYBACK CONTRACTS WITH NEW
SMYRNA BEACH UTILITIES AND SPARKS CONCRETE, LLC FOR CONCRETE
AND ASPHALT SERVICES
13. RESOLUTION 2025-XX APPROVING MASTER SERVICES AGREEMENTS WITH
MULTIPLE FIRMS FOR CITYWIDE GEOTECHNICAL AND LABORATORY
SERVICES
14. RESOLUTION 2025-XX APPROVING A CONTRACT WITH AXON FOR FUSUS
VIDEO SURVEILLANCE PLATFORM
15. RESOLUTION 2025-XX STRATEGIC ACTION PLAN PRIORITIES
III. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
Remainder of Public Comments is limited to three (3) minutes each.
IV. DISCUSSION BY CITY COUNCIL OF MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA
City of Palm Coast Created on 6/3/2025
M. DISCUSSION BY CITY ATTORNEY OF MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA
N. DISCUSSION BY CITY MANAGER OF MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA
O. ADJOURNMENT
16. AGENDA WORKSHEET AND CALENDAR
City of Palm Coast Created on 6/3/2025
City of Palm Coast, Florida
Agenda Item
Agenda Date: June 3, 2025
Department CITY ADMINISTRATION Amount
Division Account #
Subject: PROCLAMATION - FLAGLER CARES 10 YEAR CELEBRATION
Presenter: Mayor and City Council
Attachments:
1. Proclamation
Background:
The City of Palm Coast would like to recognize Flagler Cares on their 10-year anniversary.
Recommended Action:
RECOGNIZE FLAGLER CARES FOR A DECADE OF SERVICE AND CONGRATULATE
THEM ON THEIR 10-YEAR ANNIVERSARY
City of Palm Coast, Florida
Agenda Item
Agenda Date: June 3, 2025
Department CITY ADMINISTRATION Amount
Division Account #
Subject: MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL:
MAY 20, 2025, BUSINESS MEETING
MAY 27, 2025, WORKSHOP MEETING
Presenter: Kaley Cook, City Clerk
Attachments:
1. Minutes (2)
Background:
Recommended Action:
APPROVE MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL:
MAY 20, 2025, BUSINESS MEETING
MAY 27, 2025, WORKSHOP MEETING
City of Palm Coast, Florida
Agenda Item
Agenda Date: June 3, 2025
Department PARKS & RECREATION Amount
Division Account #
Subject: ORDINANCE 2025-XX AMENDMENTS TO THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF
THE CITY OF PALM COAST, CHAPTER 42, STREETS, ROADS, BRIDGES,
AND OTHER PUBLIC PLACES
Presenter: James Hirst, Director of Parks & Recreation
Attachments:
1. Ordinance
2. Business Impact Estimate
Background:
Pillars of Priorities:
Safe & Reliable Services: A safe community for all is the catalyst to ensure that
residents and regional visitors enjoy quality amenities year-round.
UPDATED BACKGROUND FROM THE MAY 20, 2025, BUSINESS MEETING:
City Council heard the first reading of this item at the May 20, 2025, Business Meeting. No
changes have been made to the item.
ORIGINAL BACKGROUND FROM THE MAY 20, 2025, BUSINESS MEETING:
On June 24, 2022, Governor DeSantis signed HB105, also known as the “Florida Clean Air
Act,” into law. This legislation authorizes municipalities to prohibit smoking, with the
exception of unfiltered cigars, within the boundaries of any public parks. This bill was
introduced to help protect the public from the health risks associated with secondhand
tobacco smoke.
Several neighboring municipalities, including the City of Flagler Beach and Flagler County,
have already adopted this bill.
City staff will be presenting an ordinance to amend Chapter 42 of the Code of Ordinances to
prohibit smoking, excluding unfiltered cigars, in all City of Palm Coast public parks, trails,
and facilities. This effort supports creating a welcoming environment for everyone who
enjoys these spaces – whether exploring the trails, playing at the parks, or connecting with
friends.
Recommended Action:
ADOPT ORDINANCE 2025-XX AMENDMENTS TO THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE
CITY OF PALM COAST, CHAPTER 42, STREETS, ROADS, BRIDGES, AND OTHER
PUBLIC PLACES
City of Palm Coast, Florida
Agenda Item
Agenda Date: June 3, 2025
Department COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Amount
Division PLANNING Account #
Subject: ORDINANCE 2025-XX 49 & 51 PINE CREST LANE REZONING
Presenter: Michael Hanson, AICP, Planner
Attachments:
1. Ordinance
2. Staff Report
3. Distant Aerial Map
4. Close Aerial Map
5. Future Land Use Map
6. Current Zoning Map
7. Proposed Zoning Map
8. Application Package
9. Neighborhood Meeting Documentation
10. Affidavit, And Sign Posting
11. Business Impact Estimate
Background:
This is a quasi-judicial item, please disclose any ex parte communication.
UPDATED BACKGROUND FROM THE MAY 20, 2025, BUSINESS MEETING:
City Council heard the first reading of this item at the May 20, 2025, Business Meeting. No
changes have been made to the item.
ORIGINAL BACKGROUND FROM THE MAY 20, 2025, BUSINESS MEETING:
Michael Chiumento III, as agent for Flagler Habitat for Humanity Inc., is proposing to rezone
two residential lots comprising ±0.46 acres of vacant land located on the east side of Pine
Crest Lane from the Single-Family Residential (SFR-3) Zoning District to the Single-Family
Residential (SFR-2) Zoning District in order for the owner to be able to develop one house
on each of the lots.
The subject properties were originally platted at 10,000-square-foot lots measuring 80 feet in
width by 125 feet and conformed to the SFR-3 zoning district. A previous owner deeded off
64 feet of Lot 7 and eight feet of Lot 8. This deeding of property was done so without going
through the City’s non-statutory lot subdivision process and resulted in the creation the
subject properties as they exist today and a parcel of 16 feet in width in between 47 Pine
Crest Lane, which is developed with improvements from 47 Pine Crest Lane. This was due
to a surveying error on the survey submitted for the 2017 construction of 47 Pine Crest
Lane. That survey did not depict the existing house from 45 Pine Crest Lane that
encroaches onto the property by approximately 8.25 feet. This action made both subject
parcels nonconforming to the SFR-3 zoning district. The previous property owner appears to
have attempted to 47 Pine Crest Lane whole, as they were also the surveyor of the property,
but in doing so made the subject properties nonconforming to the SFR-3 zoning district. The
previous owner than transferred ownership of the properties to the current owner.
The subject properties are located adjacent to property on Pine Crest Ln. that is zoned SFR-
2, which requires a minimum lot size of 7,500 square feet and width of 60 feet. Due to the
adjacent SFR-2 property, the applicant is seeking the rezoning of the subject properties to
SFR-2 to make his client’s properties conforming to the Unified Land Development Code
(LDC) so that the property owner may develop a single-family residence on each one.
Project Description: Flagler Habitat for Humanity, Inc. purchased the subject properties in
November of 2021 and plans to develop each one with a single-family residence as part of
its mission to improve residents of the community’s lives by helping them become
homeowners. Due to the nonconforming lot size (±9,000 square feet) and width (72 feet) of
each property the proposed project requires rezoning to SFR-2 in order for the subject
properties to meet the minimum lot size (7,500 square feet) and width (60 feet) requirements
to be considered conforming.
Public Participation: Section 2.05.02 of the LDC requires applicant to hold a neighborhood
meeting. This meeting requires the applicant to notify neighboring property owners within
500 feet of the boundaries of the subject properties. The applicant hosted the neighborhood
meeting on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. in the Buddy Taylor Middle School
Cafeteria. Eight members of the public attended the neighborhood meeting. Additionally, the
meeting was attended by three members of the Flagler Habitat for Humanity Inc. Board of
Directors, the applicant, and city staff.
Residents were concerned with the neighborhood meeting assuming that the rezoning would
allow the property owners to construct duplexes or multi-family residential development on
the property, have issues meeting the required setbacks and being out of character with the
neighborhood. The applicant assured the residents that the proposed rezoning would not
give the property owner additional entitlements to develop the lots beyond one dwelling unit
per lot and that the resulting single-family residences would be compatible with the existing
neighborhood as there are already multiple properties on Pine Crest Ln. with the SFR-2
zoning district.
The applicant complied with Section 2.05.03 of the LDC, which requires the applicant to post
signs on the subject properties notifying the general public of the public hearing for the
proposed rezoning would be held by the Planning and Land Development Regulation Board
on April 16, 2025, for first reading of the City Council on May 20, 2025, and second reading
of the City Council on June 3, 2025.
Staff has not received further public participation regarding the project as of the time of
drafting this staff report.
Planning and Land Development Regulation Board (PLDRB): The PLDRB reviewed this
application at its regularly scheduled meeting at 5:30 p.m. on April 16, 2025, and by a 7 – 0
vote found it in compliance with the Comprehensive Plan and recommended approval to City
Council with a comment that they request the applicant make every effort to have the
proposed development of the properties meet the SFR-3 rear setbacks. No one from the
public spoke regarding this petition.
Recommended Action:
THE PLANNING AND LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATION BOARD DETERMINED THE
PROPOSED REZONING (APPLICATION NO. 6018) IS CONSISTENT WITH THE
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AND RECOMMEND APPROVAL TO CITY COUNCIL TO
REZONE ±0.46 ACRES FROM THE SFR-3 ZONING DISTRICT TO THE SFR-2 ZONING
DISTRICT
City of Palm Coast, Florida
Agenda Item
Agenda Date: June 3, 2025
Department COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Amount
Division Account #
Subject: ORDINANCE 2025-XX AMENDING CHAPTER 29 IMPACT FEES, ARTICLE II
TRANSPORTATION IMPACT FEES, CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY
OF PALM COAST, TO ADJUST RATES BASED ON A COMPREHENSIVE
STUDY INCLUDING AN EXTRAORDINARY CIRCUMSTANCES STUDY
Presenter: Phong Nguyen, Senior Planner
Attachments:
1. Ordinance
2. Technical Report
3. Extraordinary Circumstances
4. Business Impact Estimate
Background:
UPDATED BACKGROUND FROM THE MAY 27, 2025, WORKSHOP MEETING:
City Council received a presentation on this item at the May 27, 2025, Workshop Meeting.
City Council requested additional information at the workshop meeting, which are
forthcoming.
ORIGINAL BACKGROUND FROM THE MAY 27, 2025, WORKSHOP MEETING:
A transportation impact fee is a one-time assessment on new development on residential
and non-residential development to fund the proportionate share of the costs of capital
transportation improvements created by impact-generating development. A Transportation
impact fee will be imposed by the City of Palm Coast (City) on impact-generating
development proposed within the corporate boundaries of the City at the time of building
permit application and are to be paid at the time a building permit is issued by the City.
The City last updated its transportation impact fee in 2018. This update is being undertaken
to ensure that the City’s transportation impact fee is based on the most recent and localized
data as required by Florida Statute Section 163.31801 (3)(a). The “City of Palm Coast
Transportation Impact Fee Technical Report Update” report dated April 2025, and the “City
of Palm Coast Extraordinary Circumstances Study” report dated May 2025 prepared by
LTG, Inc. and NUE Urban Concepts LLC, provide the rational nexus to justify transportation
impact fee assessment and meet Statutory requirements for using the “most recent and
localized data.”
The City Council has four (4) options as it considers whether to vote for the finding of
extraordinary circumstances to adopt the fully calculated Transportation Impact Fee rates:
(1) Accept the Technical Report. Do not vote for a finding of extraordinary circumstances.
Phase-in increases consistent with Florida Statute. Limit overall increases to 50%.
(2) Amend the Road Improvements. Identify additional funding, amend or remove needed
projects. Increasing funding or lowering the cost will result in a decrease in Transportation
Impact Fee rates.
(3) Accept the Technical Report analysis and the finding of extraordinary circumstances.
Then develop an alternative phase-in to the fully calculated rates, even-those over 50%, so
that by the time of the next update, the adopted fees reflect fully calculated rates. Assuming
the legislature does not limit local governments from doing so as part of amendments to the
Impact Fee Act.
(4) Accept the Technical Report analysis and finding of Extraordinary Circumstances Study,
adopting the calculated Transportation Impact Fee rates at 100%.
Once City Council provides direction to staff regarding the four (4) options or another option,
staff will present the draft at the first hearing for the proposed changes to the ordinance. This
Ordinance will require at least two-thirds (2/3) vote of the governing body if including the
extraordinary circumstances in the Ordinance.
Recommended Action:
ADOPT ORDINANCE 2025-XX AMENDING CHAPTER 29 IMPACT FEES, ARTICLE II
TRANSPORTATION IMPACT FEES, CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF PALM
COAST, TO ADJUST RATES BASED ON A COMPREHENSIVE STUDY INCLUDING AN
EXTRAORDINARY CIRCUMSTANCES STUDY PREPARED BY LTG, INC., AND NUE
URBAN CONCEPTS, LLC
City of Palm Coast, Florida
Agenda Item
Agenda Date: June 3, 2025
Department CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT Amount
& ENGINEERING
Division Account #
Subject: ORDINANCE 2025-XX AMENDING CHAPTER 29 IMPACT FEES, ARTICLE IV
FIRE & RESCUE IMPACT FEES, CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF
PALM COAST, TO ADJUST RATES BASED ON A COMPREHENSIVE STUDY
INCLUDING AN EXTRAORDINARY CIRCUMSTANCES STUDY
Presenter: Carl Cote, Director of Stormwater & Engineering
Attachments:
1. Presentation
2. Ordinance
3. Study
4. Business Impact Estimate
Background:
UPDATED BACKGROUND FROM THE MAY 27, 2025, WORKSHOP MEETING:
City Council received a presentation on this item at the May 27, 2025, Workshop Meeting.
The data used for the fire impact fee has been finalized which resulted in an increase of the
fire impact fees; $942 per residential unit (a 117% increase compared to current fees) and
$1,495 per 1,000 sq. ft. for non-residential (a 114% increase compared to current fees). The
attached documents have been updated to reflect the data.
ORIGINAL BACKGROUND FROM THE MAY 27, 2025, WORKSHOP MEETING:
The City of Palm Coast growth in residential and non-residential properties has occurred and
is expected to continue to occur in the areas that are provided municipal services by the
City. In August of 2019, the City contracted with Raftelis (consultant) to conduct a Fire/EMS
impact fee study. In January 2020, staff presented Council with the Fire and Rescue Impact
Fee Study dated January 30, 2020, received from the City’s consultant. Raftelis reviewed
the existing demand for capital improvements, including, where appropriate, land acquisition,
and construction costs; the existing inventory of same; and the method of financing same.
The Fire and Rescue impact fee report has been presented to and reviewed by the City
Council, determined (1) that an updated impact fee is necessary to offset the costs
associated with meeting future capital improvement demands pursuant to the projections set
forth in the report; (2) that the impact fees adopted by this Ordinance bear a reasonable
relationship to the burden imposed upon the City to provide capital improvements to new
residents and businesses. Fire and Rescue impact fees provide a direct benefit to such new
residents and businesses reasonably related to the Fire and Rescue impact fees assessed;
(3) that an "essential nexus" exists between the projected new development and the need
for additional capital improvements to be funded with Fire and Rescue impact fees, and
between the impact fee and the benefits that accrue to new development paying the fee; and
(4) that the amount of the impact fees is "roughly proportional" to the pro rata share of the
additional capital improvements needed to serve new residential development and
businesses, while maintaining the level of service (LOS) standard currently provided to City
residents and businesses. City Council approved the update of the fire impact fee ordinance
including increasing rates on June 16, 2020 and July 7, 2020 with an effective date of 90
days after approval on July 7, 2000.
Fire and rescue system planning is an evolving process, and the standard of service of the
City fire and rescue system constitutes a projection of anticipated need and costs for capital
improvements based upon present knowledge and judgment. Therefore, in recognition of
changing growth patterns and the dynamic nature of population growth, it is the intent of the
City Council that the standard of service for the City fire and rescue system and the fire and
rescue system impact fee imposed in this article be reviewed and adjusted periodically to
insure that the City fire and rescue system impact fees are imposed equitably and lawfully,
based upon actual and anticipated growth at the time of their imposition.
The City annually develops a capital budget to ensure new development is adequately
provided with capital improvements necessary to serve new development at the growth rates
projected in the Fire and Rescue impact fee report.
The City fire and rescue system provides services for all citizens of the City and the
presence of the City fire and rescue system enhances and benefits the health, safety, well
being and general welfare of all citizens of the City. Therefore, the City fire and rescue
system impact fee shall be imposed and collected from all fire and rescue system impact
construction. The existing City fire and rescue system and other improvements and
additions, contemplated by the council and which are or will be funded by revenues other
than impact fees, shall eliminate any deficiency between the existing City fire and rescue
system and the established standard of service, and shall be sufficient for the needs of the
existing population of the City. Therefore, the revenue derived from the fire and rescue
system impact fee shall be utilized only for capital improvements for the City fire and rescue
system which are necessitated by new construction.
Staff is recommending adopting this Ordinance amending Chapter 29 Impact Fees, Article
IV Fire and Rescue System Impact Fee.
Recommended Action:
ADOPT ORDINANCE 2025-XX AMENDING CHAPTER 29 IMPACT FEES, ARTICLE IV
FIRE & RESCUE IMPACT FEES, CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF PALM
COAST, TO ADJUST RATES BASED ON A COMPREHENSIVE STUDY INCLUDING AN
EXTRAORDINARY CIRCUMSTANCES STUDY
City of Palm Coast, Florida
Agenda Item
Agenda Date: June 3, 2025
Department CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT Amount
& ENGINEERING
Division Account #
Subject: ORDINANCE 2025-XX AMENDING CHAPTER 29 IMPACT FEES, ARTICLE
III PARK SYSTEM IMPACT FEES, CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY
OF PALM COAST, TO ADJUST RATES BASED ON A COMPREHENSIVE
STUDY INCLUDING AN EXTRAORDINARY CIRCUMSTANCES STUDY
Presenter: Carl Cote, Director of Stormwater & Engineering
Attachments:
1. Presentation
2. Ordinance
3. Study
4. Business Impact Estimate
Background:
UPDATED BACKGROUND FROM THE MAY 27, 2025, WORKSHOP MEETING:
City Council received a presentation on this item at the May 27, 2025, Workshop Meeting.
Per City Council direction, the following projects were removed from the Recreation Impact
Fee Fund CIP; Recreation Center, Cultural Arts Facility Building, and Palm Harbor Golf
Course - Clubhouse & Event Center. This resulted in an increase of the recreation impact
fee of $3,164 per residential dwelling unit (a 73% increase compared to current fees). Due
to the reduced fee increase, the Graham swamp trail project had to be moved out of the
10-year plan and into future along with additional minor timing of projects. The attachments
have been updated to reflect the direction.
ORIGINAL BACKGROUND FROM THE MAY 27, 2025, WORKSHOP MEETING:
One of City Council’s priority is to update the Parks & Recreation Impact Fee. This fee was
last reviewed in Fiscal Year 2020. Regular updates or review of impact fees are necessary
to accommodate changes in facility/capital needs, land use characteristics, cost
assumptions, and projected growth. An update or review of impact fees also ensures that
impact generating development pays an appropriate share of capital improvements.
Based upon City Council’s request to revisit impact fees, the City retained the services of
Raftelis to facilitate the review of the City’s Parks & Recreation impact fee.
City Staff recommends adoption of the proposed Parks & Recreation fees and approval of
amended ordinance.
Recommended Action:
ADOPT ORDINANCE 2025-XX AMENDING CHAPTER 29 IMPACT FEES, ARTICLE III
PARK SYSTEM IMPACT FEES, CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF PALM
COAST, TO ADJUST RATES BASED ON A COMPREHENSIVE STUDY INCLUDING AN
EXTRAORDINARY CIRCUMSTANCES STUDY
City of Palm Coast, Florida
Agenda Item
Agenda Date: June 3, 2025
Department INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Amount
Division Account #
Subject: RESOLUTION 2025-XX APPROVING AN OPTION AND GROUND LEASE
AGREEMENT WITH DIAMOND TOWERS V, LLC FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF A TELECOMMUNICATIONS TOWER AT 350 PALM
COAST PKWY NE
Presenter: Doug Akins, Director of Information Technology
Attachments:
1. Presentation
2. Resolution
3. Option and Ground Lease
Background:
The City of Palm Coast has adopted a Wireless Master Plan for the purpose of promoting
more reliable cellular coverage from all carriers within the city of Palm Coast. The Master
Plan was originally adopted in January 2018, with an updated version approved in March
2025.
Diamond Towers V, LLC has requested to lease City property located at 350 Palm Coast
Pkwy NE (Parcel # 45-11-31-0000-01010-0000) for the purpose of constructing a 150-foot
high, telecommunications facility (structure). This is site is identified as S14 in the Wireless
Master Plan. The tower will be a monopole style tower with a full antennae array. This
facility will have the capacity to accommodate at least four (4) carriers.
Some of the highlights of the agreements are as follows:
1. The initial Option term is twelve months and may be extended by two additional six-
month periods.
2. Initial lease term will be five years with the option to extend for five, five-year
periods, for a total of thirty years.
3. A Site Development Fee of $50,000 shall be paid to the City upon the
commencement of construction of the tower.
4. The City will receive 40% of any sublease fees generated by the first tenant, and
50% for all subsequent tenants.
5. Diamond Towers V, LLC will have access to the land to build a 150-foot structure
and house ground equipment on the site.
Recommended Action:
ADOPT RESOLUTION 2025-XX APPROVING AN OPTION AND GROUND LEASE
AGREEMENT WITH DIAMOND TOWERS V, LLC FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A
TELECOMMUNICATIONS TOWER AT 350 PALM COAST PKWY NE
City of Palm Coast, Florida
Agenda Item
Agenda Date: June 3, 2025
Department INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Amount
Division Account #
Subject: RESOLUTION 2025-XX APPROVING AN OPTION AND GROUND LEASE
AGREEMENT WITH WIRELESS EDGE TOWERS III, LLC FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF A TELECOMMUNICATIONS TOWER AT 50 CITATION
BLVD
Presenter: Doug Akins, Director of Information Technology
Attachments:
1. Resolution
2. Option and Ground Lease
Background:
The City of Palm Coast has adopted a Wireless Master Plan for the purpose of promoting
more reliable cellular coverage from all carriers within the city of Palm Coast. The Master
Plan was originally adopted in January 2018, with an updated version approved in March
2025.
Wireless Edge Towers III, LLC has requested to lease City property located at 50 Citation
Blvd (Parcel # 19-12-31-0650-000C0-0020) for the purpose of constructing a 150-foot
high, telecommunications facility (structure). This is site is identified as S1 in the Wireless
Master Plan. The tower will be a monopole style tower with a full antennae array. This
facility will have the capacity to accommodate at least four (4) carriers.
This facility will also host the City’s equipment for radio reads of water meters in this area
of the City.
Some of the highlights of the agreements are as follows:
1. The initial Option term is twelve months and may be extended by two additional
six-month periods.
2. Initial lease term will be five years with the option to extend for five, five-year
periods, for a total of thirty years.
3. A one-time payment of $20,000 shall be paid to the City upon the receipt of all
governmental approvals.
4. The City receives a $5,000 payment after the execution of a sublease by a major
wireless carrier.
5. The City will receive the greater of 100% of anchor tenant’s sublease fees, or 50%
of all sublease fees.
6. Wireless Edge Towers III, LLC will have access to the land to build a 150-foot
structure and house ground equipment on the site.
Recommended Action:
ADOPT RESOLUTION 2025-XX APPROVING AN OPTION AND GROUND LEASE
AGREEMENT WITH WIRELESS EDGE TOWERS III, LLC FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF
A TELECOMMUNICATIONS TOWER AT 50 CITATION BLVD
City of Palm Coast, Florida
Agenda Item
Agenda Date: June 3, 2025
Department CITY ADMINISTRATION Amount
Division Account #
Subject: RESOLUTION 2025-XX APPROVING AN INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT
BETWEEN CITY OF PALM COAST AND THE FLAGLER COUNTY SHERIFF’S
OFFICE FOR THE TEMPORARY ASSIGNMENT OF AN EXECUTIVE STAFF
MEMBER
Presenter: Lauren Johnston, Acting City Manager
Attachments:
1. Resolution
2. Interlocal Agreement
3. Job Description
Background:
The City of Palm Coast temporarily needs the organizational services and expertise of a
senior manager on a short-term basis. The Sheriff is willing to assign his Chief of Staff to aid
the City temporarily, through the attached Interlocal Agreement.
Recommended Action:
ADOPT RESOLUTION 2025-XX APPROVING AN INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN
CITY OF PALM COAST AND THE FLAGLER COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE FOR THE
TEMPORARY ASSIGNMENT OF AN EXECUTIVE STAFF MEMBER
City of Palm Coast, Florida
Agenda Item
Agenda Date: June 3, 2025
Department CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT Amount AS NEEDED
& ENGINEERING
Division ENGINEERING Account # MULTIPLE ACCOUNTS
CITYWIDE
Subject: RESOLUTION 2025-XX APPROVING PIGGYBACK CONTRACTS WITH NEW
SMYRNA BEACH UTILITIES AND SPARKS CONCRETE, LLC FOR
CONCRETE AND ASPHALT SERVICES
Presenter: Lynn Stevens, Deputy Director of Stormwater & Engineering
Attachments:
1. Resolution
2. Engagement Letter - Concrete
3. Engagement Letter - Asphalt
Background:
Council Priority:
D. Sustainable Environment and Infrastructure
The City of Palm Coast would like to utilize New Smyrna Beach Utilities contracts with
Sparks Concrete, LLC for concrete and asphalt services on an as-needed basis.
City staff recommend piggybacking the following New Smyrna Beach Utilities contracts with
Sparks Concrete, LLC:
#RFQ-24-081 – Concrete
#ITB-06-23 - Asphalt
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.
Since the underlying contracts are agreements based of fees and services, City staff will
make purchases on an as-needed basis using budgeted funds appropriated by City Council.
Recommended Action:
ADOPT RESOLUTION 2025-XX APPROVING PIGGYBACK CONTRACTS WITH NEW
SMYRNA BEACH UTILITIES AND SPARKS CONCRETE, LLC FOR CONCRETE AND
ASPHALT SERVICES
City of Palm Coast, Florida
Agenda Item
Agenda Date: June 3, 2025
Department CONSTRUCTION Amount AS NEEDED
MANAGEMENT &
ENGINEERING
Division ENGINEERING Account # MULTIPLE
ACCOUNTS
Subject: RESOLUTION 2025-XX APPROVING MASTER SERVICES AGREEMENTS
WITH MULTIPLE FIRMS FOR CITYWIDE GEOTECHNICAL AND
LABORATORY SERVICES
Presenter: Carl Cote, Director of Stormwater & Engineering
Attachments:
1. Resolution
2. Draft Contracts
3. Notice of Intent to Award
4. Project Overview
Background:
Council Priority:
B. Safe and Reliable Services
The City of Palm Coast utilizes geotechnical and laboratory services to complete
geotechnical engineering and design, investigation and evaluation of soil conditions,
subsurface hydrological investigation and evaluation, asphalt concrete and Portland
cement concrete inspection, testing, structural pavement design, material testing and
inspection permitting and other related functions.
City staff advertised a request for statement of qualifications (RFSQ-SWE-25-31) for
citywide Geotechnical & Laboratory Services. These services will be used on an as-
needed-basis to expand our infrastructure for sustainable growth.
In accordance with the City’s Purchasing Policy and Florida Statues, specifically the
Consultants’ Competitive Negotiation Act, City staff received qualification packages from
(5) five firms. Proposals were evaluated based on their project understanding, experience
with similar projects, technical capability, quality control, equipment and project team. After
reviewing the qualifications, staff recommend awarding the contract to all five firms due to
the number of projects citywide.
Firm Name
Ardaman & Associates, Inc.
Terracon Consultants, Inc.
Univerasal Engineering Sciences
Meskel & Associates Engineering
CSI Geo, Inc. Jacksonville, FL
City staff will present City Council with work orders for consideration as services, as needed,
and in accordance with the City’s Purchasing Policy.
Recommended Action:
ADOPT RESOLUTION 2025-XX APPROVING MASTER SERVICES AGREEMENTS
WITH MULTIPLE FIRMS FOR CITYWIDE GEOTECHNICAL AND LABORATORY
SERVICES
City of Palm Coast, Florida
Agenda Item
Agenda Date: June 3, 2025
Department INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Amount $304,439.12 (5 years)
Division Account # 65052525-051020
Subject: RESOLUTION 2025-XX APPROVING A CONTRACT WITH AXON FOR FUSUS
VIDEO SURVEILLANCE PLATFORM
Presenter: Doug Akins, Director of Information Technology
Attachments:
1. Presentation
2. Resolution
3. Sourcewell Contract and Quote
Background:
The Flagler County Sherriff’s Office has requested to integrate several of the City of Palm
Coast’s cameras into FUSUS, their Real Time Crime Center Platform. To accommodate
this request, staff are proposing entering into an agreement with Axon to implement the
FUSUS Real-Time Crime Center (RTCC) platform. This platform will serve as a vital bridge
between City infrastructure and law enforcement by enabling the secure, real-time sharing
of City-owned camera feeds. It ensures rapid access to visual data during incidents while
preserving the City’s autonomy over its surveillance systems.
Implementing the FUSUS platform directly—rather than through a third party—empowers
the City to retain full control over its camera hardware, configurations, and cybersecurity
posture. This control is critical in maintaining a secure and resilient infrastructure,
particularly as digital threats continue to evolve. The City can manage device access,
conduct timely software updates, and remove any devices from the network in response to
threats or changes in operational needs. Additionally, by controlling the platform settings,
the City ensures that camera configurations are not inadvertently overridden or altered by
outside entities.
For the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office, the integration of City-owned cameras into the
FUSUS RTCC platform significantly enhances their operational effectiveness. Deputies
patrolling Palm Coast will gain faster insight into active calls for service through access to
live or retrospective video. This capability can reduce response times, improve officer
safety, and support investigative efforts with verifiable visual evidence. Instead of relying
solely on verbal reports or 911 call descriptions, responding units can access a visual
context of incidents, leading to more informed and precise action in the field.
Furthermore, this platform lays the foundation for smarter and more connected city
operations. It can evolve to support data integration from traffic systems, and additional
sensor-based technologies. As Palm Coast continues to invest in smart infrastructure,
owning and managing this platform gives the City the flexibility to expand its capabilities in
alignment with strategic goals while ensuring compliance with public records laws and data
governance standards.
The cost to start the implementation this year is $31,475 and is being funded through the
usage of IT contingency funds along with savings that have been realized in the current
year’s budget.
SOURCE OF FUNDS WORKSHEET FY 2025
IT Software Fund
65052525-051020 $2,363,463.00
Total Expended/Encumbered to Date $1,948,877.08
Pending Work Orders/Contracts $10,202.10
Current Project $31,475.70
Balance $372,908.12
Recommended Action:
ADOPT RESOLUTION 2025-XX APPROVING A CONTRACT WITH AXON FOR FUSUS
VIDEO SURVEILLANCE PLATFORM
City of Palm Coast, Florida
Agenda Item
Agenda Date: June 3, 2025
Department CITY ADMINISTRATION Amount
Division Account #
Subject: RESOLUTION 2025-XX STRATEGIC ACTION PLAN PRIORITIES
Presenter: Lauren Johnston, Acting City Manager
Attachments:
1. Resolution
Background:
The City Council continues to support the City’s Vision, Mission, Values, and Goals as set
forth in the Strategic Action Plan, which the Council reviews annually. Following the
continual year-long process, the Strategic Action Plan Priorities are attached to this item.
Recommended Action:
ADOPT RESOLUTION 2025-XX STRATEGIC ACTION PLAN PRIORITIES
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