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Casselberry City Commission Meeting Summary - April 27, 2026

City Commission — Monday, April 27, 2026
BodyCasselberry, Florida
SessionCity Commission
DateMonday, April 27, 2026
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Speaker 1

0:03

Welcome everyone to the City of Castlebury City Commission meeting.

0:07

Today is Monday, April 27th.

0:09

It is 5 30 p.m.

0:11

I'm Vice Mayor Anthony Aramendia.

0:13

I will be chairing today's meeting since our Mayor Dave Henson will not be able to make it.

0:19

Just wish to remind everybody off these signals your cell phones and also if you wish to check out the agenda and follow us through it.

0:27

We also have some agendas printed on the outside of the chamber doors to your right.

0:32

First item.

0:33

Second item is a moment of silence, and then if you can please join me for the pledge.

Unassigned speaker

0:55

Okay,

Speaker 1

0:56

thank you.

0:56

Now if you wish to join me for the Pledge of Allegiance.

Speaker 2

1:39

Commissioner Bush?

1:40

Here.

1:41

Commissioner Davida.

1:42

Here.

1:42

Vice Mayor Mendia?

1:44

Here.

1:45

Mayor Henson.

1:46

Thank you.

Speaker 1

1:47

Thank you.

1:48

Next item are the minutes of the March 9th meeting.

1:52

Any comments, deletions, corrections.

1:55

Seeing none here or none, the chair wanted to change a motion.

Unassigned speaker

1:59

I

Speaker 3

1:59

move to approve

Speaker 1

2:00

the minutes of March 9th regular meeting.

2:03

Motion second.

2:04

Commissioner Bush, seconded by Commissioner Kirk.

2:08

All in favor?

2:10

Aye.

2:11

Against?

2:12

Ayes have it.

2:12

Thank

Unassigned speaker

2:13

you.

Speaker 1

2:14

Next item is going to be Mayor proclamations.

2:18

So City Commission, if you all wish to join me here from the dies, we'll be taking pictures as

Unassigned speaker

2:23

well.

Speaker 1

2:48

Okay, we have four proclamations today, and we're going to start the first one, item A, with the mayor's proclamation for National Drinking Water Week.

2:58

Fred, come and join

Unassigned speaker

3:00

us.

Speaker 1

3:17

So whereas water is our most valuable natural resource.

3:21

And water, whereas tap water delivers public health protection, fire protection, support for our economy, and a quality of life we enjoy.

3:30

And whereas any measure of a successful society, low mortality rates and economic growth and diversity, productivity, and public safety are in some way related to access to safer water.

3:41

And whereas we are all stewards of the water infrastructure of Palm Beach, future generations will depend on.

3:48

And whereas each citizen of the community is called upon to help protect our source of water from pollution, to practice water conservation, and to get involved in local water issues by getting to know their water.

4:01

And whereas the City of Casperbury recognizes the hard work performed by the entire water sector, engineers designing capital projects, operators insurance the safety and quality of drinking water, or a member of a pipe group, maintaining the infrastructure communities rely on to transport high-quality drinking water from its source to consumer taps.

4:22

Now, therefore, by virtue of the authority invested in me, City of Castlebury, Florida, do here proclaim May 3rd to May 9th as National Drinking Water Week in the City of Casterbury.

4:33

And I call upon all residents to recognize the contributions of the many utilities and employees in the American Water Works Association for their dedication to the same end for over 100 years.

Unassigned speaker

5:15

We have now the next one.

Speaker 1

5:16

Proclamation for a

Speaker 4

5:18

national ICO to market.

5:22

Come on up.

5:33

We're asked the City of Casbury City Commission and set a goal for Casbury to become the most walkable, roadable, and viable city in Central Florida, and we're asked to have the month of May and Nation Subgrade Viking and the freedom to enjoy the well-being of notices with as well as the power that most people write five houses maybe much better for it out of one.

Unassigned speaker

5:53

And

Speaker 4

5:53

we're advising as we should improve citizen health, well-being, and quality of life.

5:59

Grow the local economy, attract tourists and dollars, increase spending of open business, occupation, pollution, congestion, and department costs on streets and roads.

6:10

And we're as across the nation, various organizations, schools, parks, recreation, departments, police departments, public health district, hospitals, businesses, and center groups will be joining the League of American License in promoting bicycling during the month of May 2026.

6:26

And whereas these groups are also promoting the use of bicycle as both as new transportation and recreation year-round to attract more visitors to enjoy local parking troops, as well as restaurants, hotels, health management, cultural and seating attractions, and whereas these groups are also promoting radio public awareness for times of cooperation, safety education during traditional five months, a year-round effort reduce ambitions and reason tax for health and 1821 on the ground.

6:59

Now, therefore, we have reached out by the virtue of the authority of S community of Casbury, Florida,

Discussion Breakdown — Share of Meeting
Parks and Recreation██████████████████████████26%
Procedural████████████████████████24%
Water And Wastewater Management█████████████13%
Public Engagement██████████10%
Active Transportation███████7%
Public Safety██████6%
Engineering And Infrastructure█████5%
Environmental Protection████4%
Personnel Matters███3%
Summary of Proceedings

Casselberry City Commission Meeting Summary

Vice Mayor Anthony Aramendia chaired the regular meeting on Monday, April 27, 2026, at 5:30 PM, in place of Mayor David Henson who was absent. The meeting covered proclamations, consent agenda, a site plan approval for a development of community impact, a board appointment, public comments, and reports from staff and commissioners.

Consent Calendar

  • Minutes of March 9, 2026 Regular Meeting: Approved unanimously.
  • Legal Services Invoices (Fishback Dominick LLP): Approved.
  • Resolution 26-3560 – Bancorp Master Lease Agreement: Approved for vehicle financing.
  • Amendment No. 2 – BrightView Landscape Services (Rights-of-Way): Contract renewed for one year; total not to exceed $248,186.69.
  • Amendment No. 2 – BrightView Landscape Services (Medians): Contract renewed for one year; total not to exceed $173,549.00.
  • Amendment No. 2 – Chuck Robinson Concrete and Bob Cat Service – Aquatic Maintenance: Piggyback agreement renewed through May 30, 2027; annual amount not to exceed $100,000.

Public Comments & Testimony

  • Lake Maintenance Concerns: A resident at 1311 Queen Templet on Lake Marie addressed the commission. She expressed concern about stagnant lakes filled with mosquito larvae and advocated for installing solar-powered aerators and using organic bacteria to control larvae without pesticides. She also suggested cutting back dead vegetation during the drought and planting native species (e.g., lavender, lemongrass, rosemary, marigold) along shorelines. She offered to volunteer with a canoe and three others. Commissioners responded positively, noting the city would connect her with relevant staff.

Discussion Items

  • Future Agenda Items: Commissioner DeVita mentioned outreach to an elementary school principal and Dr. Dillinger; dates are being coordinated.

Other Items

  • Site Plan Approval – Casselberry Corners (SPR 25-09): City Manager Newton presented a Development of Community Impact (DCI) application for infrastructure and stormwater work at 201 & 205 S.R. 436. The approved PUD agreement and concept plan are being implemented. No building pads are proposed at this stage; only roads, stormwater inlets, and perimeter landscaping. Staff and the applicant recommended approval. Commission voted unanimously to approve with conditions as stated in the staff report.
  • Board Appointment – Parks and Recreation Advisory Board: Three applications were received to fill the unexpired term of Janice Seiger (expires January 31, 2027). Commissioner DeVita moved to appoint Alexander Fortis, who had previously applied for Planning & Zoning and expressed willingness to serve. Motion carried unanimously.

Key Outcomes

  • All consent agenda items approved unanimously.
  • Casselberry Corners DCI site plan approved with conditions.
  • Alexander Fortis appointed to Parks and Recreation Advisory Board.
  • Commissioner reports highlighted successful recent events: Earth Fest (110 vendors – largest ever), King of the Castle skateboarding competition, police officer swearing-in (five new officers). Upcoming events include: State of the City (May 6 at MetroLife Church), Dew Drop ribbon cutting (May 9), and Casselberry Food & Wine Festival (November 8). A new wellness/Yoga festival is planned for February 2027.
  • City Manager instructed to follow up with resident regarding lake aerators and maintenance options.
  • Meeting adjourned at 6:06 PM.

Meeting Transcript

Welcome everyone to the City of Castlebury City Commission meeting. Today is Monday, April 27th. It is 5 30 p.m. I'm Vice Mayor Anthony Aramendia. I will be chairing today's meeting since our Mayor Dave Henson will not be able to make it. Just wish to remind everybody off these signals your cell phones and also if you wish to check out the agenda and follow us through it. We also have some agendas printed on the outside of the chamber doors to your right. First item. Second item is a moment of silence, and then if you can please join me for the pledge. Okay, thank you. Now if you wish to join me for the Pledge of Allegiance. Commissioner Bush? Here. Commissioner Davida. Here. Vice Mayor Mendia? Here. Mayor Henson. Thank you. Thank you. Next item are the minutes of the March 9th meeting. Any comments, deletions, corrections. Seeing none here or none, the chair wanted to change a motion. I move to approve the minutes of March 9th regular meeting. Motion second. Commissioner Bush, seconded by Commissioner Kirk. All in favor? Aye. Against? Ayes have it. Thank you. Next item is going to be Mayor proclamations. So City Commission, if you all wish to join me here from the dies, we'll be taking pictures as well. Okay, we have four proclamations today, and we're going to start the first one, item A, with the mayor's proclamation for National Drinking Water Week. Fred, come and join us. So whereas water is our most valuable natural resource. And water, whereas tap water delivers public health protection, fire protection, support for our economy, and a quality of life we enjoy. And whereas any measure of a successful society, low mortality rates and economic growth and diversity, productivity, and public safety are in some way related to access to safer water. And whereas we are all stewards of the water infrastructure of Palm Beach, future generations will depend on. And whereas each citizen of the community is called upon to help protect our source of water from pollution, to practice water conservation, and to get involved in local water issues by getting to know their water. And whereas the City of Casperbury recognizes the hard work performed by the entire water sector, engineers designing capital projects, operators insurance the safety and quality of drinking water, or a member of a pipe group, maintaining the infrastructure communities rely on to transport high-quality drinking water from its source to consumer taps. Now, therefore, by virtue of the authority invested in me, City of Castlebury, Florida, do here proclaim May 3rd to May 9th as National Drinking Water Week in the City of Casterbury. And I call upon all residents to recognize the contributions of the many utilities and employees in the American Water Works Association for their dedication to the same end for over 100 years. We have now the next one.

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