The Public Meeting Index

The Hillsborough County Zoning Hearing Master (ZHM) convened on Monday, September 28, 2026, at 6:00 PM at the County Center, 2nd Floor, to conduct public hearings on rezoning, major modification, and special use applications. Hearing Officer Susan Finch presided, assisted by staff from Development Services, County Attorney's Office, Planning Commission, and Transportation. The meeting began with the Pledge of Allegiance and procedural announcements. County Attorney Jared Delfino explained the two-step rezoning process, emphasizing that this hearing is the time to present evidence, and that the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) will make final decisions on December 8, 2026, based solely on the record created tonight. He detailed the criteria for becoming a Party of Record. The Hearing Officer filed recommendations for each heard application by October 19, 2026. Withdrawals and Continuances Prior to the hearings, several applications were withdrawn or continued as published or by request: - Withdrawn: RZ-PD 26-0237 (The Disbrow Corporation & Mini Vacations LLC), RZ-PD 26-0283 (Todd Pressman), RZ-STD 26-1158 (Manish R. Patel), and RZ-STD 26-1345 (Mohamad Saad). - Continued to October 19, 2026: RZ-PD 26-0095, RZ-PD 26-0672, RZ-PD 26-0706, RZ-STD 26-0785, RZ-PD 26-0801, RZ-PD 26-0802, RZ-PD 26-0957, MM 26-1042, MM 26-1048, RZ-PD 26-1071, RZ-PD 26-1114, RZ-PD 26-1126, MM 26-1139, RZ-PD 26-1140, MM 26-1141, RZ-PD 26-1146, RZ-PD 26-1156, and RZ-STD 26-1230. - Continued to November 16, 2026: RZ-PD 26-0799, RZ-STD 26-1287, and, by Hearing Officer approval, MM 26-0546 (Crown Castle USA) and MM 26-0970 (Jacob T. Cremer, for an indoor pickleball court design discrepancy). - Continued to October 19, 2026 (Staff request, no action needed): RZ-PD 26-0665 (Greentek Property Solutions). Heard Cases Eight cases were heard on their merits. For each, the applicant presented, followed by staff and planning commission findings, public testimony, and applicant rebuttal. All testimony was given under oath. B1. Remand: MM 26-0215 – Florida Conference Association of Seventh-Day Adventists - Location: 5585 E County Line Rd, 42.84 acres, Urban Service Area. - Request: Major Modification to Planned Development (PD 18-0296) to incorporate condition 14 regarding a traffic signal at the Royal Hamprey intersection, as directed by the BOCC upon remand. - Applicant: Isabel Albert (Holland & Knight) stated the remand solely adds the condition; no other changes. - Staff & Planning Commission: No objections; staff confirmed no changes to previous findings. Transportation had no further comment. - Public Testimony: None. - Outcome: Heard and pending recommendation. C1. RZ-STD 26-1295 – Nicholas Colamarino - Location: 5519 Rawls Rd, 5.61 acres, Urban Service Area. - Request: Rezone from RSC-4 to ASC-1(R) with voluntary restriction to passive agriculture only (U-pick farm). - Applicant: Nick Colamarino presented: the proposal reduces potential development from 22 dwelling units to 5, traffic by 90% (from 443 to 45 average daily trips), and preserves the historic Rawls cottage and open space. Six adjacent property owners support; two written letters submitted. - Staff: Sierra James (Development Services) found request approvable; U-pick farm qualifies as passive agriculture. - Planning Commission: Tariq Royal found consistency with comprehensive plan, including agricultural policies (Objective 5.1, Policy 5.1.6). - Public Testimony: - Billy Hooven (5640 Half Moon Lake Rd), Half Moon Lake Pump and Preservation Fund: expressed concerns about water supply (requested well or rain-fed pond), water quality (no spraying within 150 ft of lake), and events/noise (no amplified music or venue rentals). - Melissa Patel (15701 Willowdale Rd): concerned about pesticide drift, runoff affecting children and lake, noise echo, and buffer zones. - Applicant Rebuttal: Will use native Muscadine grapes requiring minimal inputs, targeted drip irrigation, and well water; no plans for events; UF best practices. - Outcome: Heard and pending recommendation. C2. RZ-STD 26-1346 – Adam Roza - Location: 6105 Shirley Ave, 0.47 acres, Urban Service Area. - Request: Rezone from RSC-6 (MH) to RSC-6 (MH) (SB) to add the Show Business overlay. - Applicant: Isabel Albert representing; site meets location criteria under LDC Sec. 3.01.02.B. - Staff: Sierra James found approvable; location criteria satisfied. - Planning Commission: Tariq Royal found consistency; supports show business uses in Gibson community (Policy 4.6.2). - Public Testimony: None. - Outcome: Heard and pending recommendation. C3. RZ-STD 26-1350 – Robert & Josephine Lauter - Location: Carlton Lake Rd, two parcels totaling 9.588 acres, Rural Service Area. - Request: Rezone from AR to AS-0.4 to align with approved comprehensive plan amendment (CPA 26-14) changing future land use from AR to AE 1/2.5, allowing 2.5-acre minimum lot size. - Applicant: Josephine Lauter explained the parcels were historically one lot; after purchase, they discovered non-conformity. CPA approved August 13, 2026; rezoning needed to match. - Staff: Michelle Heinrich (Development Services) recommended approval; no objections from agencies. - Planning Commission: Tariq Royal found consistency with rural area policies and compatibility. - Public Testimony: None. - Outcome: Heard and pending recommendation. D1. RZ-PD 26-0281 – Equity Trust Company / Custodian et al. - Location: NE corner of Livingston Ave & Fiddlers Ln, 4.79 acres, Urban Service Area. - Request: Rezone from RSC-4 to Planned Development for 56 multifamily units (11.6 du/ac) in two- and three-story buildings up to 45 ft. - Applicant: Justina Gale (Forward Planning and Design) presented: 56 units, 20-ft minimum setbacks, 30-ft natural buffer north, 5-ft type A screening, stormwater ponds, one access on Livingston Ave. Design exception and administrative variance for access spacing (152 ft instead of standard 245 ft) approved by County Engineer. - Staff: Michelle Heinrich noted a previous 2021 request for standard rezoning to RMC-12 was denied by BOCC; the current PD request is different. Staff recommended approval subject to conditions. - Planning Commission: Tariq Royal found consistency, citing buffers and existing multifamily to east and south. - Public Testimony (Opposition): Over 15 residents signed in opposition. Key speakers: - Alan Vernick (2110 Curry Rd): Recalled the 2021 BOCC denial (7-0) due to incompatibility; argued the proposed density and height are incompatible with surrounding low-density character; noted Livingston Ave operates at LOS F; administrative variance needed. - Zachary Burke (2633 Fiddlestick Circle, President of Fiddler's Cove Condominium Association): Fiddler's Cove consists of detached single-family homes, not conventional apartments; 45-ft buildings will overwhelm the neighborhood; concerns about resale values. - Maria Elena D'Amico (16105 Darnell Rd): Noted a 60% reduction in wetland acreage between surveys (from 4.9 to 0.2 acres); stormwater impact on Fiddler's Cove; multiple deviations indicate property driving design. - Renee Glasgow (2909 E 148th Ave): Traffic already congested; no sidewalks; well water; lack of fire hydrants; adding 56 units exacerbates infrastructure deficiencies. - Additional residents voiced similar concerns. - Applicant Rebuttal: Setbacks of 100 ft to north and over 150 ft to east; only one building will be three stories; can condition to limit height. - Outcome: Heard and pending recommendation. D4. MM 26-0735 – American Landmark (Hillary Hass, VP Development) - Location: West of Brandon Main St & Pauls Dr, 55.98 acres, Urban Service Area. - Request: Major Modification to PD 18-1054 to clarify phasing and timing of previously approved improvements (transportation upgrades, non-residential development, live-work units) due to project stall and new ownership; no changes to site plan or intensity. - Applicant: Keith Polyakov (Holland & Knight) presented: the previous developer left the project in distress; new owner invested $51 million to complete; modification needed to stage certificate of occupancy issuance for financing. Accepted all staff conditions. - Staff: Chris Glenlar (Development Services) recommended approval; modifications refine sequencing, not physical layout. - Planning Commission: After a prior continuance for discussions, found consistency; live-work units must remain non-residential to maintain Main Street character. - Public Testimony: None. - Outcome: Heard and pending recommendation. D6. MM 26-1138 – Green Label Ventures LLC - Location: 4002 Garden Ln, 2.47 acres, Urban Service Area. - Request: Major Modification to PD 24-0183 to change use from contractor office without open storage to with open storage; reduce Floor Area Ratio from 0.09 to 0.02; increase eastern buffer from 25 ft to 30 ft with type C screening (6-ft masonry wall); provide cross-access easement with buffer waiver. - Applicant: Spencer Lackaboo (Civil on Demand) presented: low-intensity use; existing modular office will remain, barn removed; open storage area 0.9 acres; hours restricted to 6 AM – 7 PM. - Staff: Jared Fallon (Development Services) recommended approval; enhanced buffer and screening; one buffer variation for cross access. - Planning Commission: Tariq Royal found consistency; supports economic development in East Lake Orient Park Community Plan. - Public Testimony: - Juan Wynn (405 Garden Ln): Concerned about traffic increase; road is a bottleneck; suggested extension to US 301. - Applicant Rebuttal: Low trip generation per ITE; decrease from previous approval; not high-intensity use. - Outcome: Heard and pending recommendation. E1. SU-NCX 26-1240 – Paul Fischer - Location: 18801 N Dale Mabry Hwy, 0.32 acres, Rural Service Area. - Request: Nonconformity Special Use Permit to expand existing legal non-conforming commercial use (Lutz Mail Depot) by relocating parking to the rear, adding electric vehicle charging stations, and reducing southern buffer from 20 ft type B to 0 ft type A. - Applicant: Paul and Greg Fischer: family business since 2012; worked with staff to improve safety and conformance; accept all conditions. - Staff: Logan McCague (Development Services) recommended approval; relocation of parking brings site closer to compliance; conditions include right-of-way preservation (16 ft for future six-lane roadway). - Planning Commission: Tariq Royal found consistency with Lutz Community Plan commercial character goal. - Public Testimony: None. - Applicant Rebuttal: Thanked staff; project involves paving a parking lot. - Outcome: Heard and pending recommendation. Key Outcomes - All eight cases heard on September 28, 2026, received a recommendation of "Heard and Pending Recommendation." The Hearing Officer will file written recommendations by October 19, 2026. Final decisions by the BOCC are scheduled for the December 8, 2026 Land Use Meeting. - Four applications were withdrawn from the hearing process. - Multiple applications were continued to future ZHM hearings (October 19 or November 16, 2026) as detailed above. - Significant public opposition was registered for Case D1 (RZ-PD 26-0281) and, to a lesser extent, for Cases C1 (concerns expressed) and D6 (traffic concern). - Conditions of approval were discussed and accepted by applicants for several cases, including D4 (American Landmark) and E1 (Fischer). Staff recommended approval for all heard cases based on consistency with the comprehensive plan and applicable codes. - Parties wishing to qualify as Parties of Record for the BOCC meeting must ensure their participation at this hearing; additional evidence requests are due by October 29, 2026.

The License Committee met on Monday, September 28, 2026 at 4:55 PM in the Council Chambers. The only business item was a discussion and possible recommendation to the Common Council regarding Main Street Monroe's temporary Class B and Beer Garden applications for the November Wine Walk event. No minutes or transcript of the meeting were available for this summary, so the content below is based solely on the agenda. Discussion Items - The committee considered a request from Main Street Monroe for temporary Class B and Beer Garden licenses in conjunction with the November Wine Walk event scheduled for November 6, 2026. Attached documents included the applications and a list of participating stores. The agenda indicates the committee could make a recommendation to the Common Council, but no further details on the discussion or outcome are available. Key Outcomes - No decisions or votes are recorded in the available materials. The committee may have taken action, but without minutes or transcript, this cannot be confirmed.

This was a scheduled meeting of the City of Monroe Board of Public Works, held on Monday, September 28, 2026, at 5:00 PM in Council Chambers at 1110 18th Avenue. The meeting was streamed live for public viewing. No transcript or minutes are available; therefore, this summary reflects only the agenda items listed. Consent Calendar - Correction of Minutes – August 10, 2026 meeting minutes were scheduled for review and approval. - Viewing of Bills – Invoices from Whitney Tree Service (three invoices: 10719, 10702, 10730) were listed for review. Discussion Items - D.1 – Interzone Booster Station Booster 1 Rebuild: Discussion and possible action regarding rebuilding the booster station. Quotes for repairs were attached to the agenda. - D.2 – Replacement of 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee: Discussion and possible recommendation to Common Council for purchasing a 2027 SUV. Quotes were provided. - D.3 – Purchase of a New Sewer Line Camera: Discussion and possible recommendation to Common Council regarding purchasing a new sewer line camera. Quotes from 2026 were attached. Key Outcomes No decisions, votes, or actions can be reported due to the absence of meeting minutes or a transcript. The agenda indicates that the board could take action on each item, but the actual outcomes are unknown.

The Richmond City Council met on the evening of September 28, 2026, for a formal meeting that included public comments, a consent agenda, and a protracted debate over a proposed solar power purchase agreement (PPA) for 39 city-owned properties. The meeting was marked by procedural disputes, concerns about contract risk, and a last-minute deadline tied to federal tax credits. The council ultimately adopted the consent agenda but did not approve the solar PPA, instead continuing the remaining agenda items and adjourning with plans for a special meeting. Consent Calendar - The consent agenda (items 2,3,4,5,7,10-13,15-19,20-26,27-31,33-37) was adopted unanimously except for Councilmember Gibson, who voted yes overall but opposed item 13 (ordinance 2026-195 regarding data sharing with Ernst & Young as part of an AI project). Items included resolutions on a trust policy (item 34), special use permits, and other routine approvals. - Public comment in support of the trust policy was extensive, with speakers urging protection for immigrant communities and citing fear of ICE enforcement. - One speaker opposed a duplex at 1003 Baywood (ordinance 2026-178), arguing a single-family home would better suit the neighborhood. Public Comments & Testimony - Rochelle Gerber (3rd district) opposed ALPR surveillance cameras, stating they destroy police-community trust and are used to track minorities and law-abiding residents. - Thomas Filippini (7th district) criticized Flock cameras, recounting his stolen car not being tracked and questioning police accountability. - Michael Clark (4th district) urged council not to push through Code Refresh without listening to citizens. - William Wilson (Jackson Ward, Homes for All Neighbors coalition) supported Code Refresh, arguing zoning reform is needed to address affordability and exclusion. - Linda Azamiro complained about unsafe apartment conditions (gas fumes, flooding) at B Font apartments and said she had been to the ER multiple times. - Multiple speakers (e.g., Cesar Carbalas, Sheila Hennessey, B. Chambers, and others) spoke in favor of the trust policy (item 34), emphasizing the need to protect immigrants and restore trust. - During the solar PPA public hearing, over 20 speakers (including climate scientist Jeremy Hoffman, Sierra Club representatives, C3 staff, and industry experts) urged approval without delay, citing $19 million in savings over 25 years, the need to meet federal tax credit deadlines, and the opportunity to reduce reliance on Dominion Energy. Discussion Items - Agenda Amendments & Procedural Motion: The Clerk presented continuances for several items. Councilmember Abubacher moved to continue items 44-82 (solar PPA) to a future meeting, sparking debate about the timeline. After confusion, the motion to continue failed 5-4, and the items remained on the agenda. - Solar Power Purchase Agreement (Items 44-82): The council debated the 39 ordinances authorizing leases and PPAs with Secure Solar Futures for rooftop solar installation. Key points: - The project would save an estimated $19 million over 25 years by locking in a fixed rate below Dominion's current rates, with no upfront cost to the city. - The vendor had ordered panels by June 25, 2025, triggering a 105-day safe harbor deadline; approval was needed by September 30, 2026, to secure federal tax credits. - Councilmember Abubacher and others proposed amendments (e.g., decommissioning bond, structural inspections), arguing the contract lacked protections present in Fairfax County's PPA. The administration stated only four amendments were feasible without jeopardizing bankability. - Councilmember Robertson cited a risk management report highlighting liability gaps (no roof inspections, default clauses) and asked for time to close those gaps. - Vice President Jordan and Councilmember Breton argued the risk was mitigated, the contract was vetted, and inaction would cost taxpayers. - The council rejected a motion to approve the papers and schedule a special meeting (4-5). A subsequent motion to enter closed session was not called. - Remaining Agenda: After the solar vote, the council continued the last item (ordinance 2026-120, a special use permit on Meadow Street) to October 13, then voted to continue all remaining items and adjourn, with a plan for a special meeting on Wednesday, September 30, to possibly reconsider the solar PPA with amendments. Key Outcomes - The consent agenda was adopted, including Resolution 2026 R034 directing the administration to draft a trust policy for immigrant communities. - The solar PPA ordinances (items 44-82) were not approved. A motion to adopt them and schedule a special meeting failed 4-5 (Breton, Lynch, Jordan, Newbill in favor; Gibson, Jones, Robertson, Trammell, Abubacher opposed). - The meeting adjourned after continuing the remaining agenda items and setting a special meeting for Wednesday, September 30, 2026, to potentially revisit the solar agreements if the vendor and administration agree to the proposed amendments. - The city missed the September 30 safe harbor deadline for the full tax credit benefit, though the administration indicated partial savings might still be possible if leases are approved within a short window.

The Newport Zoning Board of Review met Monday, September 28, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, 43 Broadway, Newport, RI. Acting Chair Richard Berlinski presided because Chair Rick Rudd was absent; with six members present, the board had a full quorum. The board unanimously approved the August 24, 2026 minutes, granted two 12-month extension requests, accepted one withdrawal without prejudice, approved seven abbreviated summary petitions, granted one amended full-hearing petition with conditions, and denied one retroactive parking-space variance. Consent Calendar - Approved the August 24, 2026 draft minutes by unanimous voice vote. - Granted 22 Narragansett Avenue a 12-month extension, requested due to family issues. - Granted 5 Newport Avenue a 12-month extension, requested due to contractor identification and selection issues. - Accepted withdrawal without prejudice of Brian Amaral's petition for 21 Admiral Kalbfus Road (App. ZBR-26-59), removing it from the full-hearing agenda. Abbreviated Summary Petitions All seven abbreviated summary petitions were approved on 5-0 votes unless noted, with standard conditions requiring the project to start and be substantially completed within 12 months (or an extension request before expiration) and all public-notice invoices paid before recording. - Fleury Properties LLC, 1 Cottage Street (Amended App. ZBR-26-15): dimensional variance to remove certain site features and reconstruct a historic front porch, increasing lot coverage from 24.73% to 25.58% (20% allowed). Attorney J. Russell Jackson presented; the amended request removed an earlier garage/pool proposal. - Steven Windwer, 603-605 Thames Street, Unit 6 (App. ZBR-26-53): special use permit and dimensional variance to convert one dwelling in a multi-family building to a guest house without providing the manager parking space. The board added two conditions: a letter from the condominium association confirming guest-house use is allowable, and an annual written on-site manager agreement to be provided on each guest-house license renewal. Approved 5-0. - Mary Leonti, 223 Maple Avenue (App. ZBR-26-60): dimensional variance for a side entry deck, increasing lot coverage from 22% to 24% (20% allowed). Designer Jonathan O'Donnell testified; the owner was present. - Mario & Nancy Vicki, 18 Sylvan Terrace (App. ZBR-26-61): dimensional variance for an accessory outdoor kitchen, increasing lot coverage from 25.7% to 26.8% (20% allowed). Board member Riley recused himself because he was within 200 feet; the motion carried 5-0 with Berlinski participating. - Charles Cusson Jr & Gregory Ranaldi, 4 Friendship Street (App. ZBR-26-62): dimensional variances to add a second-story ADU over a non-conforming one-and-a-half-story garage, with setbacks of 3.33, 3.5, and 3.5 feet where 4.47 feet is required. The footprint would not expand; the garage would change from two-car to one-car with internal stairs; the ADU would be for long-term rental. - Steven Sullivan, 22 Channing Street (App. ZBR-26-63): dimensional variance to enclose deck space above and below an existing non-conforming detached accessory structure to create an ADU; the deck is 3.8 feet from the rear property line where 8.96 feet is required. The board added a condition that no net new windows be added on the north side. - Diana J Byrne, 6 Warner Street (App. ZBR-26-64): dimensional variance to install a heat pump 1 foot from the right side property line (5 feet required). Byrne said her neighbor considers that side the best location for mechanicals and had no objection. Public Comments & Testimony - Jan Dentremont thanked the applicant for preserving the large maple tree and increasing the garage setback. After discussion about replacing the chain-link fence on the West Street and south sides, she expressed no further objections. - A neighbor identified as Thompson raised concerns about the intensity of development on the non-conforming lot, the West Street retaining wall protecting parking spaces, the possibility that digging the pool could harm the tree, and safeguards against the garage/cabana becoming habitable. The zoning officer explained that converting the structure to an accessory dwelling unit would trigger additional parking requirements and require further zoning review. Full Hearing Petitions - Amended App. ZBR-26-12 — Fleury Properties, LLC / All Coastal Properties, LLC, 75 Pope Street & 2 West Street: dimensional variances to abandon the existing attached second dwelling unit, reconstruct a one-car garage with a pool cabana, and install an in-ground pool located 12 feet from the West Street right-of-way (20 feet required), increasing lot coverage from 34.5% to 36.3% (31.63% allowed). The petition was continued from August 24, 2026. Attorney Jackson said the project had been reimagined after neighbor and board concerns: the site would become a single-family residence with no detached second dwelling, eliminating the earlier density variances; the garage would be smaller than the existing building (393 square feet vs. 535 square feet) and moved, along with the pool, north to preserve a 30-32-inch maple tree. Architect Mark Rapp testified the pool equipment would be below residential noise limits. Expert James Hool testified the surrounding neighborhood's average lot coverage is 40.75%, with 10 of 14 surveyed properties above the proposed 36.3%. The board voted 4-1 to grant, with Ms. Chevry voting no because she could not find that denial would be more than a mere inconvenience or that the relief was minimal. Additional conditions: vegetation screening on the south and west sides around the pool and accessory structure; a stormwater management plan provided at the permitting stage; and replacement of the chain-link fence on the south and west sides with a similar-size fence. - App. ZBR-26-27 — Eyal Almog, 11 Tyler Street: retroactive dimensional variance to permit a parking space adjacent and parallel to the sidewalk measuring 8.5 feet wide by 18 feet long (9 feet wide required). Almog said the property has a tight driveway, that parking in front is safer for visibility, and that he has used the space for about 10 years. The zoning officer noted that using the neighbor's adjacent driveway to enter the space was not a permanent solution and that staff considered the reverse-maneuver access a traffic and safety concern. The board denied the petition 4-1, with Ms. Padavina voting in favor. Board members cited the existing legal off-street driveway parking, the self-created nature of the non-conforming space, safety concerns about sidewalk crossing and reverse maneuvers, and the fact that denial would be only a mere inconvenience. Key Outcomes - Approved the August 24, 2026 minutes, two 12-month extensions, and one withdrawal without prejudice. - Approved seven abbreviated petitions, each by a 5-0 vote, one with Riley recused. - Granted amended 75 Pope Street/2 West Street application 4-1 with three additional conditions. - Denied 11 Tyler Street retroactive parking variance 4-1. - The 11 Tyler Street applicant was advised of the 20-day appeal period.

Discrepancy Note The agenda lists the meeting at 4:45 PM, while the provided system prompt indicates a start time of 10:45 AM UTC. This summary uses the agenda's date (September 28, 2026) and notes the time discrepancy. Discussion Items - Main Street Monroe's Trunk or Treat Special Event Application: The committee discussed and considered a recommendation to the Common Council regarding the Trunk or Treat event scheduled for October 25, 2026. The application was submitted by the City Clerk. No further details on discussion or vote are available from the agenda. - Main Street Monroe's November Wine Walk Event: The committee discussed and considered a recommendation to the Common Council for the November Wine Walk event scheduled for November 6, 2026. The application packet included a list of participating stores. No transcript or minutes were provided, so the outcome of deliberations is unknown. Key Outcomes No votes, decisions, or directives are recorded in the available materials. The committee may have made recommendations, but those are not reflected in the agenda alone.

No agenda, minutes, or transcript were provided for this meeting. Therefore, no detailed summary can be generated. The only known information is the meeting date and time: 2026-09-28 10:45:00 UTC.

The Evansville Police Merit Commission held its regular meeting on Monday, September 28, 2026, at 4:35 PM in Room 307 of the Civic Center Complex. The commission first convened in executive session under Indiana Code provisions to discuss prospective employees, alleged misconduct, and job performance evaluations. The open session lasted approximately five minutes and included routine approvals, an update on pending discipline, and scheduling. Consent Calendar - Approval of Minutes: The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the September 14, 2026 meeting (moved by Thompson, seconded by Sutt). - Approval of Claims: A motion to approve claims totaling $4,598 carried unanimously. Discussion Items - Probationary Officer Update: The commission received an update on probationary officers currently in field training and those enrolled in the Southwest Indiana Law Enforcement Academy (SWILEA). No further details were provided. - Pending Discipline – Officer Anthony Stephenson (Badge 1596): The commission noted that a previously imposed 21-day suspension had been modified to termination. Officer Stephenson has appealed the decision, and a hearing is scheduled for Monday, October 12, 2026, at 10:00 AM in Room 301. - Applicant Process: The commission voted unanimously to certify the scores from the September hiring process into the active eligibility list. The two applicant files listed on the agenda (26-191 and 26-176) were not mentioned during the open session. Public Comments & Testimony - John Alexander: Mr. Alexander, identified as a guest, indicated he wished to speak with the commission but stated he had no public statement. The commission acknowledged that his request would be addressed during the earlier executive session. Key Outcomes - Votes: All motions (approval of minutes, approval of claims, certification of applicant scores) passed unanimously with all five commissioners present (Johnson, Thompson, Sutt, Kincaid, and Tears) voting aye. - Next Meeting: The next regular meeting is scheduled for Monday, October 12, 2026, at 10:00 AM in Room 301. The pending discipline hearing for Officer Stephenson will be held at the same time and location. - Adjournment: The meeting was adjourned at approximately 4:40 PM following a unanimous motion.

The City of Deltona City Commission and Planning & Zoning Board held a joint workshop on September 28, 2026, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:24 p.m. to continue review of the Comprehensive Plan Update, focusing on the Goals, Objectives, and Policies for the Future Land Use, Transportation, and Housing Elements. The meeting included extensive discussion on building heights, mixed-use centers, conservation incentives, and the impact of state legislation. No formal adoption occurred; direction was given for staff to prepare detailed maps and return on October 19, 2026. Public Comments & Testimony - Kathy Bryan, a Deltona resident, expressed support for allowing affordable housing within mixed-use areas, suggested planning for e-bikes and scooters on walkways, recommended incentives for native landscaping and green building, cautioned against allowing recreation in recharge areas due to abuse, and urged sinkhole risk assessments before multi-story development. She also advocated for requiring data centers to self-generate power and use recycled water. Discussion Items - The consultant team reviewed the proposed Goals, Objectives, and Policies for the Future Land Use element, including objectives on coordinated growth, natural resource protection, historic preservation, housing choices, and land use compatibility. - Discussion focused on building heights across proposed mixed-use centers: Uptown Center (up to 65 du/ac, originally proposed up to 6 stories by right and 9 by bonus), Community Mixed Use Center (40 du/ac, up to 6 stories), Community Mixed Use Corridor (40 du/ac, up to 5 stories), Neighborhood Mixed Use Center (25 du/ac, 3 stories), Main Street Mixed Use Corridor (25 du/ac, 3 stories), and Activity Center (existing 75 ft/7 stories by bonus). - Commissioner Howington expressed discomfort with the bonus height for the Uptown Center, proposing to cap all heights at 6 stories across the city with no bonuses. A non-binding consensus vote (3-2) initially supported that direction. - After further discussion, Vice Mayor Avila-Vazquez retracted her vote upon clarification that the bonus height applied only to the non-residential uptown area and that existing policy already allowed 7 stories in the Activity Center. A motion to reconsider the previous consensus passed unanimously (5-0). - Commissioner Howington then moved to retain existing requirements: six stories/75 ft citywide and seven stories within the Activity Center. The motion failed 2-3 (Commissioners Colwell and Howington in favor; Vice Mayor Avila-Vazquez, Commissioners Heriot, and Nabicht opposed). - Commissioner Heriot expressed disappointment at losing the ability to negotiate conservation bonuses through height incentives. Commissioner Howington suggested using conservation as a bonus criterion. - The consultant clarified that the only area proposed for heights above 6 stories was the uptown community center, which currently has no residential. The other mixed-use categories have lower heights. - Commissioner Howington requested maps with street names and radius overlays for the next meeting to evaluate potential impacts. - Staff noted the schedule is behind and an additional workshop date may be needed beyond October 19. Key Outcomes - The consensus to limit building heights to a maximum of six stories citywide was reconsidered and not formalized due to the failed motion. - The formal motion to retain existing height standards (6 stories/75 ft and 7 stories in Activity Center) failed (2-3). - The workshop concluded with agreement to continue discussion on October 19, 2026, focusing on detailed maps, height bonuses, conservation incentives, and review of the remaining elements (Transportation and Housing). Additional meetings may be scheduled. - No final action was taken; direction was provided for staff to prepare visual aids and refined proposals for the next workshop.