BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

SEMINOLE COUNTY, FLORIDA

October 11, 2022

The following is a non-verbatim transcript of the BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MEETING OF SEMINOLE COUNTY, FLORIDA, held at 9:30 a.m., on Tuesday, October 11, 2022, in Room 1028 of the SEMINOLE COUNTY SERVICES BUILDING at SANFORD, FLORIDA, the usual place of meeting of said Board.

Present:

Chairman Bob Dallari (District 1)

Vice Chairman Lee Constantine (District 3)

Commissioner Jay Zembower (District 2)

Commissioner Amy Lockhart (District 4)

Commissioner Andria Herr (District 5)

Interim County Manager Bryant Applegate

Acting County Attorney Paul Chipok

Clerk of Court and Comptroller Grant Maloy

Deputy Clerks Kyla Farrell and Chariti Guevara

OPENING CEREMONIES

David Williamson, Central Florida Freethought Community, Oviedo, gave the invocation. Commissioner Lockhart led the Pledge of Allegiance.

AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS

Agenda Item #1 – 2022-3732

Fire Prevention Week

Motion by Commissioner Herr, seconded by Commissioner Lockhart, to adopt a Proclamation proclaiming October 9th - 15th as Fire Prevention Week in Seminole County.

Districts 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 voted AYE.

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT UPDATE

Alan Harris, Director of Emergency Management, addressed the Board and provided an update on the Emergency Management response to Hurricane Ian. Discussion was had by the Board regarding their appreciation to staff. Mr. Harris advised per Chapter 72 of the Seminole County Code, there are two Executive Orders that are in place that need to be approved.

With regard to public participation, no one spoke and public input was closed.

Motion by Commissioner Zembower, seconded by Commissioner Herr, to ratify Executive Order #2022-06, extending the no wake zone for all of Seminole County including on all roadways, and Executive Order #2022-09, prohibiting price gouging.

Under discussion, Commissioner Constantine confirmed with Mr. Harris that #2022-06 only prohibits creating a wake, it does not prohibit being on the water. Interim County Manager Bryant Applegate clarified the legislation has changed after COVID-19, and these orders now have to come before the Board for final approval. Commissioner Lockhart stated they are ratifying them after the fact, and asked if that means that they were not in effect when they were ordered. Mr. Applegate answered they were in effect because they had the authority to issue them at that time. Commissioner Lockhart pointed out this is more of a procedural vote; and if the Board did not approve it, the Orders would be immediately repealed.

Districts 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 voted AYE.

APPOINTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES DIRECTOR

Mr. Applegate recommended the appointment of Interim Environmental Services Director Kim Ornberg as the Environmental Services Director.

Motion by Commissioner Zembower, seconded by Commissioner Lockhart, to appoint Interim Environmental Services Director Kim Ornberg as the Environmental Services Director.

Districts 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 voted AYE.

CONSENT AGENDA

Interim County Manager Bryant Applegate announced add-on Agenda Item #25, Temporary Easement – FDOT/Silk Bay Water Treatment Plant (SunRail Improvements); the deletions of Items #3, Teen Outreach Program Agreement FY22-23; #20, IFB-604377-22 – Term Contract for Court Resurfacing; and #21, IFB-604392-22 – Term Contract for Roofing Services; and Future Agenda Item deletion of the State Bird Presentation from Seminole High School.

Motion by Commissioner Zembower, seconded by Commissioner Lockhart, to approve the following Consent Agenda and Constitutional Officer’s Consent Agenda:

Under discussion, regarding Item #19, Joint Venture Agreement with Recycle Shoe Project, Inc., Commissioner Constantine stated this is a very unique agreement and something everyone should be proud of. Recycle Shoe Project will be picking up shoes from the landfill, and recycling those shoes to folks who can’t afford shoes and paying the County for that. He thinks it is a very positive gesture, and they should be looking out for more opportunities like that.

With regard to public participation, no one spoke and public input was closed.

Commissioner Lockhart confirmed with the motioner that the motion included the Constitutional Officer’s agenda item.

Community Services

Business Office

2. Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute the Department of Health in Seminole County Integrated System of Care Agreement for FY2022-2023 in the amount of $100,000 to extend services to impoverished communities in Seminole County. (2022-3674)

3. Pulled from the agenda the request to approve and authorize the Chairman to execute the Florida Department of Health Teen Outreach Program (TOP) Agreement Fiscal Year 2022-2023 in the amount of $81,000 to provide trained facilitators to deliver a youth-focused education program. (2022-3675)

4. Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute the Florida Department of Health in Seminole County Health Services Agreement Fiscal Year 2022-2023 in the amount of $140,000 to provide health care programs and services to homeless, uninsured, and underinsured residents of Seminole County. (2022-3678)

5. Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute the Health Council of East Central Florida Medical System of Care Agreement in the amount of $132,000 which provides outpatient medical health treatment services to uninsured and underinsured residents of Seminole County for either free or at a reduced-cost basis. (2022-3697)

6. Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute the Contract between Seminole County and the State of Florida Department of Health for operation of the Seminole County Health Department Contract Year 2022-2023 in the amount not to exceed $807,970. (2022-3706)

Development Services

Planning and Development

7. Approve the Minor Plat for the Oviedo Estates at Lake Moran North subdivision containing four (4) residential lots on 46.78 acres zoned A-5 (Rural), located on the east side of N. CR 426 approximately ¼ mile south of W. SR 46. (2022-3679)

8. Approve the Minor Plat for the Oviedo Estates at Lake Moran South subdivision containing four (4) residential lots on 66.22 acres zoned A-5 (Rural), located on the east side of N. CR 426 approximately ½ mile south of W. SR 46. (2022-3680)

Environmental Services

Business Office

9. Approve the appointment of Kim Ornberg, Environmental Services Deputy Director/Interim Director, as the Representative to the South Seminole North Orange County Wastewater Transmission Authority Board and continue the appointment of Paul Zimmerman, Utilities Engineering Chief Engineer, as the Alternative Member; and authorize the Interim County Manager to transmit a letter to Mr. Ed Gil de Rubio, Executive Director of the South Seminole North Orange County Wastewater Transmission Authority, advising him of the appointment. (2022-3718)

Solid Waste Management

10. Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity (COPCN) for Perma-Fix of Florida, Inc., effective from October1, 2022, through September 30, 2023. (2022-3717)

Fire Department

Business Office

11. Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute the Amendment of the Cooperative Agreement between Seminole County and the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Division of Forestry, now known as Florida Forest Service, Contract #1938. (2022-3712)

Public Works

Engineering

12. Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute the Seminole County/MetroPlan Orlando (Urban Area Metropolitan Planning Organization) FY 2022-2023 Funding Agreement in the amount of $184,338.00. (2022-3676)

13. Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute a Purchase Agreement related to Parcel #105 for acquisition of property interests needed for the Orange Boulevard Improvement Project (1,849 ± SF) between Lawrence J. Kopp and Kim A. Mayer and Seminole County for $80,000.00, as full settlement of any claim for compensation from which Seminole County might be obligated to pay relating to the parcel. (2022-3715)

14. Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute a Purchase Agreement related to Parcels #152 and #852 for acquisition of property interests needed for the Orange Boulevard Improvement Project (8,625 ± SF & 590 ± SF respectively) between Seminole County Port Authority (SCOPA) and Seminole County for $388,570.00, as full settlement of any claim for compensation from which Seminole County might be obligated to pay relating to the parcel. (2022-3713)

25. Not in sequential order.

Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute a Temporary Easement to the State of Florida, Department of Transportation (FDOT) to allow for the installation of electric service to support improvements within the SunRail corridor (Silk Bay Water Treatment Plant). (2022-3694)

Traffic Engineering

15. Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute appropriate Resolution #2022-R-124 and Joint Participation Agreement (JPA) between Seminole County and the State of Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) for the installation of a traffic signal on SR 415 (E Lake Mary Blvd) at Celery Avenue; and appropriate Resolution #2022-R-125 implementing Budget Amendment Request (BAR) #23-002 in the Public Works Grant Fund in the amount of $548,546.00 to establish funding for construction of the E Lake Mary Blvd at Celery Avenue (CIP#02307090) and in the 2014 Infrastructure Sales Tax Fund transfer $220,000.00 of the $450,000.00 budget from the E Lake Mary Blvd at Celery Avenue Sales Tax Project (CIP#02207074) back to 2014 Infrastructure Sales Tax Reserves. (2022-3704)

16. Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute appropriate Resolution #2022-R-126 increasing the posted speed limit on West Lake Brantley Road from 760 feet north of Vestavia Way to 180 feet west of West Lake Brantley Drive and Charlotte Drive comprising a 0.83-mile length from 25 MPH to 30 MPH. (2022-3510)

Resource Management

Budget

17. Approve submittal of a grant application to FEMA Hazard Mitigation Assistance for Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) requesting up to $320,000 to purchase a diesel generator with trailer for use at emergency evacuation shelters; and authorize the County Manager to execute the grant application and supporting documents as required. (2022-3703)

18. Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute appropriate Resolution #2022-R-127 implementing Budget Amendment Request (BAR) #23-003 in the amount of $222,003,866.36 for the Special Obligation Revenue Bond, Series 2022 through the Five Points Development Fund, Debt Service Funds, and General Fund. (2022-3733)

Purchasing and Contracts

19. Award Joint Venture Agreement to Recycle Shoe Project, Inc, Miami; and authorize the Purchasing and Contracts Division to execute the agreement. (2022-3700)

20. Pulled from the agenda the request to award IFB-604377-22/ESN - Term Contract for Court Resurfacing to El Faro Group, LLC d/b/a Court Surfaces, Green Cove Springs, in the amount of $493,250.00; and authorize the Purchasing and Contracts Division to execute the agreement. (2022-3705)

21. Pulled from the agenda the request award IFB-604392-22/LNF - Term Contract for Roofing Services to Precision Roofing Solutions, Inc., Tampa, in the amount of $50,000.00 annually; and authorize the Purchasing and Contracts Division to execute the agreement. (2022-3692)

CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICER’S CONSENT AGENDA

Clerk & Comptroller’s Office

22. Approve Expenditure Approval Lists dated September 13 and 20, 2022; Payroll Approval List dated September 15, 2022; and the BCC Official Minutes dated August 23 and September 13, 2022; and September 13 (First Budget Public Hearing), 2022. (2022-3708)

Clerk & Comptroller’s “Received and Filed” Documents

1 Agrmt for Services/Local Government Solutions, LLC, Alan Rosen
2 Amdmt #1 to W.O. #15 to PS-2468-19/S&ME
3 Amdmt #1 to W.O. #19, #20, #21, and #22 to PS-2826-20/Pegasus
4 Amdmt #1 to W.O. #41 to PS-1822-18/CPH Consulting
5 Amdmt #4 to W.O. #22 to PS-1822-18/Jacobs Engineering Group
6 Amdmt #8 to W.O. #2 to PS-1405-17/Johnson Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc.
7 BID-604409-22 Fire Station #12 Driveway and Parking Lot Replacement/Caraway Concrete Construction
8 C.O. #1 to CC-3501-22/LaFleur Nurseries and Garden Center
9 C.O. #2 to W.O. #39 to RFP-1294-17/M&J Enterprises
10 C.O. #3 to DB-2785-19/Wharton-Smith
11 Conditional Utility Agrmt for Water & Wastewater/Beasley Reserve/M/I Homes of Orlando
12 First Amdmt to RFP-604093-21/Luke Transportation Engineering Consultants
13 First Amdmts to PS-3253-20, PS-1822-18, and PS-2468-19/CPH
14 M-604341-22 Legal Svcs Agrmt for Counsel to Value Adjustment Board/J. Marc Jones, P.A.
15 Parks Contract for Services/Charles Fazio/William Westlake/Steve Seither/Dillan Sparks/Brett Bevis/Joel Lipscomb
16 Performance Bond #1094749/$1,597,011.34/Bartram's Landing at St. Johns/M/I Homes of Orlando/and Plat Recording
17 Performance Bond #54-248089/$42,584.30/The Apiary/McKee Construction Co.
18 PS-4223-22 Architectural and Engineering Services/Schenkel & Schultz/KMA Design Group
19 Twenty-third Amdmt to RFP-601461-12/Florida Cleaning Systems
20 W.O. #28 to PS-1474-17/S2L Incorporated
21 W.O. #3 to PS-2225-19/Atkins
22 W.O. #54 and #55 to PS-1320-17/Southeastern Surveying and Mapping Corp.
23 W.O. #62 to PS-1822-18/Jacobs Engineering Group
24 W.O. #63 to PS-1822-18/CHA Consulting, Inc./Reiss Engineering

Districts 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 voted AYE.

Regarding the deletion of Agenda Item #21, Commissioner Herr asked if the delay was critical. Diane Reed, Purchasing and Contracts Manager, addressed the Board and explained the reason for the delay is because they were only going to award the contract to one company, but now they’re going to award it to three. Because of the estimated usage, it’s quite greater than $50,000 a year. Commissioner Herr asked if they could award this contract today and award the others later. Ms. Reed answered they would have different dates under one agreement. Chairman Dallari added it will make it easier for the accounting process to have one execution date. Commissioner Herr stated she’s concerned about folks dropping out of the running given the current environment. Supply and demand is real. Ms. Reed advised staff has confirmation from all of the contractors that they will move forward.

COUNTY MANAGER AND STAFF BRIEFINGS

Agenda Item #23 – LDC WS

Land Development Code Update

Rebecca Hammock, Development Services Director, and Mary Moskowitz, Development Services Division Manager, addressed the Board and introduced Eliza Harris Juliano, Canin Associates, who presented an overview of the proposed complete draft of amendments to the Land Development Code as developed by staff and the consultant as presented in the agenda memorandum. Sarah Harrtung, Natural Resource Officer, also helped present the item.

Planned Developments: Open Space & Residential Design Requirements

After Board discussion, it was determined the direction for staff is to incorporate some sort of justification statement for the “innovative” requirement, and that applicants would have to meet “more than one” required item instead of “one or more.”

Parking Lot Size

After a lengthy discussion, with each Commissioner stating their preference, there was consensus to not make any changes to parking lot size.

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Chairman Dallari recessed the meeting at 11:17 a.m., reconvening at 11:24 a.m.

Electric Vehicles

There was a consensus to move forward with staff’s suggestion.

Accessory Structures

After Board discussion, it was determined there was consensus to move forward with staff’s recommendation regarding Residential zoning; but staff needs to provide individual briefings regarding adding provisions to A-1 zoning.

Kennels

Commissioner Lockhart voiced a concern regarding getting tediously close to restricting people’s use of their property and possibly their livelihood. Acting County Attorney, Paul Chipok, advised Commissioner Lockhart raises a good point and staff will research that to make sure that they are on the right side of the line. This item will be brought back to the Board after staff looks into some concerns.

Wetlands

Discussion started regarding wetlands. The Board recessed and direction was given after the Board reconvened.

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Chairman Dallari recessed the meeting at 12:10 p.m., reconvening at 1:30 p.m., with all Commissioners and all other Officials, with the exception of Clerk of Court Grant Maloy and Deputy Clerk Kyla Farrell who was replaced by Deputy Clerk Chariti Guevara, who were present at the Opening Session.

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Open Space for Wetlands (cont’d)

There was brief follow-up Board discussion on open space. Chairman Dallari confirmed direction for staff is for individual briefings.

Historical Trees

Ms. Hammock presented the proposal for historical trees. Commissioner Lockhart requested clarification that a historic tree means it has some significance in the county's history, it is not just 36 inches DBH. Ms. Hammock responded it would be the size and the type of the tree. Discussion ensued. The Chairman confirmed direction for staff is for individual briefings.

Backyard Chicken Program

Ms. Hammock presented the proposal for the backyard chicken program. Commissioner Lockhart addressed her concerns, including the restriction on the number of chickens allowed compared to coop size. Discussion ensued. The Chairman confirmed direction for staff is for individual briefings.

Additional Questions and Feedback

Commissioner Lockhart spoke on dually trucks and DOT numbers and requested more information from staff. Ms. Hammock explained this issue came about because of code enforcement complaints about commercial vehicles parking in residential areas. The language for DOT numbers on dually trucks was added to exempt personal vehicles that exceed the weight and axle limit that already exists in the Code. Discussion ensued. Commissioner Zembower suggested removing the dually prohibition and adding language prohibiting 26,000 GVW, which requires a CDL license to operate, which would be a commercial truck. The Chairman confirmed direction for staff is for individual briefings.

Public Comment

With regard to public participation, Nancy Harmon addressed the backyard chicken program, making PDs innovative, parking, and unenforceable buffers; and George Sellery addressed backyard chickens, PD buffers, clustering on 15 acres or less, and allowing retention ponds as open space.

No one else spoke in support or opposition, and public input was closed.

Public Comment forms were received and filed.

COUNTY ATTORNEY BRIEFING

No report.

PROOFS OF PUBLICATION

Motion by Commissioner Zembower, seconded by Commissioner Lockhart, to authorize the filing of the proofs of publication for this meeting’s scheduled public hearings into the Official Record.

Districts 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 voted AYE.

PUBLIC HEARINGS - QUASI-JUDICIAL

Item #24– 2022-0019

Innovative Solar Covered RV Storage SSFLUA and PD Rezone

Thomas H. Skelton, P.E. – American Civil Engineering Company, Applicant

Annie Sillaway, Planning and Development, addressed the Board and presented the request as outlined in the agenda memorandum. Commissioner Zembower confirmed with Ms. Sillaway this project backs up to single-family homes on Shortleaf Court. The Commissioner clarified with Ms. Sillaway the 18 feet for the solar array is not on top of the building.

Cynthia Blue, on behalf of the Developer Richard Beavers, addressed the Board and stated their proposal is an innovative way to store boats and RVs. They are incorporating solar panels and Tesla charging stations. The entire project will be gated with very generous buffers. They agree with staff's report and conditions. She advised Thomas Skelton, civil engineer, was also present to answer any questions.

With regard to public participation, no one spoke in support or opposition, and public input was closed.

Commissioner Constantine confirmed with Ms. Sillaway the open space for the proposed PD is more than what would be required for straight zoning, all water will be held on property, and there will be tree preservation. The Commissioner addressed concerns of the project having septic and not sewer and requested confirmation that an enhanced septic tank is being required. Ms. Sillaway responded it can be added to the development order. Staff does not regulate septic tanks. That would come from Seminole County Health Department.

Commissioner Zembower clarified with Mr. Skelton the height of 25 feet is for the office building. The Commissioner confirmed with Mr. Skelton the 18-foot solar canopies, which will be the roof for the storage area, will be on top of some kind of structured roof. Discussion ensued.

Commissioner Lockhart inquired what Seminole County, as a local government, can require and put in a D.O. in regards to septic tanks. Kim Ornberg, Environmental Services Director, explained the State regulates septic tanks and have developed the more stringent regulations for the springs statewide. Staff has been talking about making some changes to the Land Development Code but have not gone through that process yet. The State regulations are what staff currently relies on. In the Wekiva area on less than an acre, an enhanced septic system or tie into sanitary is required. There is not sanitary for this particular project parcel. Commissioner Lockhart stated this project is more than an acre, it is in the study area and not the protection area, and DEP would be the regulating agency on the septic. The Commissioner inquired if a Commissioner wanted to add an enhanced septic system as a condition of development as a part of the PD Development Order, is that something that would be allowable. Mr. Chipok confirmed with Mr. Skelton they are willing to abide by that condition and stated to Commissioner Lockhart adding that condition would not be a problem in this situation.

Chairman Dallari inquired whether Seminole County Fire or Orange County Fire will be responding to this area. Mr. Skelton responded he did not know. The Commissioner stated the Master Development Plan says under Fire Truck Turning Radii that the minimum turning radius will be provided per Orange Fire Rescue aerial truck specifications. If Seminole is responding, they need to be brought in to review also. Mr. Skelton responded that will be provided during final engineering and they agree to adhere to Seminole County also. Ms. Moskowitz advised the plans are reviewed by the Life Safety/Fire Safety Department and when the engineering plans come in, they will meet those requirements.

Motion by Commissioner Constantine, seconded by Commissioner Zembower , to adopt Ordinance #2022-38 enacting a Small Scale Future Land Use Map Amendment from Commercial to Planned Development; adopt Ordinance #2022-39 enacting a Rezone from C-2 (Retail Commercial) to PD (Planned Development); approve the associated Development Order #21-20500028 with the added condition of an enhanced septic system; and approve the Master Development Plan for a proposed solar covered RV storage facility on approximately 5.73 acres, located along South Orange Blossom Trail approximately 460 feet north of Center Street; as described in the proof of publication; Thomas H. Skelton, P.E. - American Civil Engineering Company, Applicant.

Districts 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 voted AYE.

COUNTY MANAGER’S REPORT

Mr. Applegate first requested the Commissioners not make any comments on this item. He advised Joseph Ellicott was sentenced today in federal court to 15 to 21 months incarceration and ordered to pay restitution jointly and severely with Joel Greenberg in the amount of $114,000 at a rate of $150 a month once he's released from prison, unless his financial condition materially changes. Mr. Applegate stated he is in negotiations on some other related points that will tie into this. Outside Counsel attended the hearing and read the County's victim impact statement. The payment is directed technically to the Tax Collector's Office. However, J.R. Kroll, Tax Collector, is cooperating and all restitution will come back eventually to the County because the County's position is whatever they get back would have been excess fees payable to the County. This is the first of other items to come down the road.

COUNTY ATTORNEY’S REPORT

No report.

DISTRICT REPORTS

District 2

Commissioner Zembower reported there has been a request from the Geneva Citizens Association for the quasi-judicial hearing matters of October 25, 2022, BCC be held in the evening rather than during normal business hours. The Chairman was contacted and it was deferred to his office as the district commissioner. The Commissioner advised he has a hard conflict that evening. If the Board desires to have the hearing in the evening, it would be just the four of them. However, he would prefer to be present because the proposed project is in his district. Discussion ensued.

The Commissioner reported on the flooding impacts in his district from Hurricane Ian. He advised some citizens have inquired about the FEMA buyback programs. He would like more information about that from staff. Chairman Dallari advised they had some pieces of property get involved in that years ago, and staff is somewhat versed in that. He will make sure that proper staff briefs all the Commissioners.

Chairman Dallari inquired what Commissioner Zembower’s recommendation is on the Geneva Citizens Association’s request to move the hearing time. Commissioner Zembower responded he would prefer to be present since the proposed project is in his district so he would not be inclined to move it. However, the Board is judicial in nature and the rest of the Board, if they would like, can choose to move the hearing and consider it without him. Mr. Chipok stated if there was an inclination to move the meeting to 6:30 p.m., staff would need to know that today from an affirmative vote of the Board because the readvertising deadline would be tomorrow evening to get it to the newspaper. Chairman Dallari inquired if there was Board consensus to respond to the request with keeping the time as is. Commissioner Herr stated she would expect the response should come from the County Manager and staff. The Chairman inquired if there was consensus to ask the County Manager and his staff to respond to the request and copy all of the Commissioners. No objections were voiced.

District 4

Commissioner Lockhart reported the East Central Florida Regional Planning Council Diamond Awards (information received and filed) is an awards program that is an opportunity for local jurisdictions and the private sector to highlight innovative and successful projects that have occurred in the region. She explained nominations are due shortly. There are five different categories to nominate in, and she feels like the county and/or the private sector would have some project that would be worthy of being nominated for an award. They need 500 words and a photograph. The awards ceremony is going to be held at the Lake Mary Events Center, so everyone from around the region will be here in the county. It would be a shame for them to not even be nominated for an award. She inquired if there was consensus from the Board to ask the County Manager to find at least one project that they could apply for, and no objections were voiced.

The Commissioner advised while she was with the team at the Planning Council, they talked about flooding and FEMA maps. The Planning Council is looking at the FEMA maps and where flooding has occurred, and the two are not matching all the time. She learned of the statewide initiative, which was supposed to be completed in 2019, through the Florida Department of Emergency Management to conduct lidar mapping. For some reason it was delayed from 2019 and then COVID came in 2020. She would like staff to reach out to the DEM or the county's lobbying team and find out when that is going to be completed because they cannot submit mapping changes to FEMA until this process occurs. Local governments could endeavor to do their own lidar mapping, but that would be an additional cost that the State has already funded. She inquired if there was consensus to direct staff to follow up on the lidar maps and Florida Department of Emergency Management. No objections were voiced.

Chairman Dallari advised they have been doing lidar in the area for quite some time. They may not have completed the county, but there are some sections that have been done.

District 3

Commissioner Constantine announced the events he will be attending. The Commissioner spoke on flooding and suggested if there are things that can be done in the Land Development Code that can mitigate some of the flooding, they should look at that.

District 5

Commissioner Herr reported the Sanford Port Authority, as a result of all the infrastructure improvements made over the years, was able to maintain 100% open status and all of the business that occupy their facilities maintained business as usual once Hurricane Ian passed.

The Commissioner reported on the areas she visited in her district after Hurricane Ian. She has engaged with Jean Jreij, Public Works Director, around Lincoln Heights and they are going to create a conversation about what it happening there. The flood there was related to infrastructure, not its proximity to a body of water.

The Commissioner thanked multiple departments and outside agencies for their work related to the hurricane.

District 1/Chairman’s Report

Chairman Dallari thanked Public Works and Planning and Development staff for looking at a project that is currently under construction located by Tuskawilla and Aloma with a slightly raised retention pond. During the hurricane, the retention pond was breached and a lot of water went to a lot of different areas. Staff is working very hard with that to figure out what can be done.

The Chairman reported George Woodring and Amanda Hammer, Resource Management, were successful in securing a grant in the amount of $749,000 from the Department of Justice to help veterans in the judicial system. Seminole is one of 20 counties in the country that received the grant. The County is also receiving a $1.3 million grant to provide substance abuse services for the community. The Chairman thanked Mr. Woodring and Ms. Hammer for their hard work.

COMMUNICATIONS AND/OR REPORTS (from the Chairman’s Office)

  1. Letter Email to Chairman Dallari received September 29, 2022, from Gavrielle Alday, Revenue Program Administrator, with two attachments; a letter dated September 28, 2022, from Gavrielle Alday to Seminole County Tax Collector, JR Kroll, regarding FDR (Florida Dept of Revenue) review of their budget request for Oct 1, 2022 – September 20, 2023; additional attachment is the approved budget amendment for Seminole County Tax Collector for FY 2022-23. CC: BCC

  2. Email to Chairman Dallari received September 29, 2022, from Gavrielle Alday, Revenue Program Administrator, with two attachments. A letter dated September 28, 2022, from Gavrielle Alday to Seminole County Property Appraiser, David Johnson, regarding the Property Tax Oversight program and the online link for FY 2022-2023; additional attachment is the approved budget amendment for Seminole County Property Appraiser for FY 2022-23. CC: BCC

  3. Letter dated October 3, 2022, to Chairman Dallari from D. Ray Eubanks, Plan Processing Administrator, Florida Department of Economic Opportunity regarding the Seminole County Evaluation and Appraisal Notification Letter Due Date on December 1, 2022.

  4. Letter dated October 4, 2022, copied to Chairman Dallari, written to Tricia Johnson, Deputy County Manager, from James Stansbury, Chief, Bureau of Community Planning and Growth, regarding US Highway 1792 Corridor Redevelopment Agency Notice of Noncompliance with section 218.39, Florida Statues – FY 2020-2021, Financial Audit Report. Also CC: Derek Noonan, CPA, Florida Auditor General.

FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS

State Bird Presentation from Seminole High School (Commissioner Lockhart)

Pulled from the agenda.

PUBLIC COMMENTS (Items not related to the agenda)

None.

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Commissioner Zembower clarified for the public that neither the County or St. Johns River Water Management District opened up any dam, levy, pipe, or anything else that caused flooding in the City of Winter Springs. His investigation determined that is inaccurate and did not happen.

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There being no further business to come before the Board, the Chairman declared the meeting adjourned at 3:32 p.m., this same date.

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